On January 1, 2010, we embarked on a 1,500-mile walk from our home in Miami, FL, to Washington, D.C to share our stories, so that everyday Americans understand what it’s like for the millions of young immigrants like us, unable to fully participate in society. It’s time that our country come together to fix a failed system that keeps millions in the shadows, with no pathway to a better life.
We demand that President Obama enact an executive action that will stop detentions and deportations of students, like ourselves, brought to this nation as minors, and halt removal proceedings for individuals with immediate family members who are U.S. citizens until congress moves forward with a vote on the promise of reform. We support the DREAM Act, an end to the separation of families, workers’ rights, and a pathway to citizenship.
Since our journey began, many others nationwide have also joined us in solidarity and escalated their actions. Among these, five immigrant students left New York City to start their own 250-mile Trail of Dreams to Washington and five others sat in at the offices of Senator McCain in Arizona, demanding the passage of the DREAM Act.
Satisfied? Not Really!
4 AUGUST 2010
Many have called the partial injunction a victory, however, I would beg to differ. A few years ago the whole country stopped because similar measures could become law nationally. Why should we be satisfied with something that sets us back ...>> Read More
Where's home?
1 AUGUST 2010
The first day I arrived in the US my family sat me down at the kitchen inner table. That day, we looked at each other and the only thing we had in our hearts was hope. Hope that someday my ...>> Read More
Should Congress Pass on the DREAM Act? (The Hill)
9 JULY 2010
Should Congress pass the DREAM Act allowing undocumented young people to earn citizenship if they meet certain educational or military service stipulations? Adey Fisseha, Policy Attorney for the National Immigration Law Center, said:Absolutely! Enacting the DREAM Act means that we ...>> Read More
On June 28, Juan Rodriguez, one of our own, met with President Obama to relay the stories of the undocumented people we met in the trail. CNN recognized him as one of the most intriguing people today. (click here for article) We need to keep President Obama accountable to our suffering by ending 287g program. Help us make our country become safer by signing our Basta 287g petition. (click here for petition)
Add your voice to more than 50,000 others who have stood up to hold President Obama accountable to stop the separation of families and the deportation of DREAM Act students. Make a difference by simply answering a few questions below. We can't wait any longer!
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