We are going to be sitting in that meeting, facing the committee members and praying in our minds for them to look at our faces -- Asian, Haitian, Latino, even Caucasian -- who are watching at this historic moment to see what they produce.
More Quotes from Jose Lagos:
Yes, national security, that's all fine. But there's over 11 million here now, and they are not terrorists, so what do we do with them I think we have to take away the extremes, the liberal and the conservative views, and get something done that we can realistically enforce.Jose Lagos
We are thankful to hear the intent of the Administration of President Bush to extend the humanitarian program TPS soon to expire for thousands of Central Americans.
Jose Lagos
Now is not the time, because all the considerations have not been made. The impact would be catastrophic.
Jose Lagos
Let's not forget who these immigrants are. They work hard, they pay taxes, and many have U.S. born children. It gives them the peace of mind that they can continue to work legally.
Jose Lagos
These are families that mind their own business, that have integrated themselves (into society) ... They're not a threat, and they don't jeopardize the national security of the United States.
Jose Lagos
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