“but i have to believe that most people, educated with the horrible truth, would feel something, would want to change things. would feel a need to drastically change this.”

i certainly don’t want “my country” (that i leave to my children), to respond any differently to any degree, than EXACTLY as nezua suggests with that statement.

eyes of texas, i’m guessing there is another planet that bares the name of texas? i feel sad for you and your people, you all must have an unhappy spirit to “see” as you “see”. some suggestions: you need new glasses; check your vision; turn off your tv; get a mind of your own;
“see” the truth!!!!

this post is as, or even more, timely now as in august. thank you again aighmeigh.

I’ve seen how it is to live without a legal presence in this country, I’ve watched (and participated in) the struggle to stay under the radar, and my family was turned upside down when that struggle failed.

At this point, I’m just tired. I’m tired of people using “Mexican” as a derogatory word and not acknowledging that there are many diverse cultures, lands and people who happen to speak Spanish. I’m tired of people asking “What is she?” when referring to my too-dark-to-be-caucasian daughter. I’m tired of hearing people toss around the term “American” like this country wasn’t essentially founded by a bunch of “illegals”. I’m tired of people rejoicing at the destruction of families, criminalizing desperate attempts at basic survival, and claiming that every illegal immigrant is somehow living solely off of taxpayer dollars.

Bah… Sorry for the incoherent tirade… There’s just too much to say. I’ll just end this by saying thank you. It’s just so seldom that I hear a voice of truth on this subject and yours is always a welcome and healthy dose of reality.

About a month ago I took the citizenship test. I was moved by the number of people who were seeking citizenship. Eran un monton.

They were mainly older… parents… and grandparents, but as I talked and listen to some of those in the wating room I realized that there were younger children at home waiting to hear the news. Did you pass? Some of them commented on how studying for the test had become a family activity. I clearly remember one lady saying that it was her children who told her SHE HAD TO VOTE. That is the crucial part for me; we have to set the example of being politicaly involved, localy and nationaly.

And that is what I also witnessed on that day; our GENTE was discussing the American Political Landscape. I know this is taking place from here in California to places like Michigan. Teamwork! Right Mireles. Change takes time. Usually generations.

The immigration situation and especially ICE only show how weak we are politically. Within our own communities we have to take the time to create a mechanism/vehicle that has the ability to address this situation in relevant manner. Broad based community coalition building, which means sometimes working with people we don’t like to build something greater than ourselves. Practicing politics and implementing organization. These are important steps over the next few years.

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