By Matt Sepic, KWMU
St. Louis – 
During the Bosnian war more than a decade ago, thousands of refugees came to St. Louis.
Now, the community is thriving. Estimates range from 30,000 to 70,000 people.
Many have become U.S. citizens. They're getting ready to vote in their first American election, and St. Louis-area politicians are paying close attention.
KWMU's Matt Sepic reports.