Dream Act 2007 to be introduced in the House of Representatives and the Senate
The bipartisan Dream Act will be reintroduced in the House and the Senate soon. The Dream Act provides that individuals who were brought to the US as undocumented children, have been in school, and have stayed out of trouble can apply for permanent residency.
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I want to say first of all thank you for all of you who believe in us, and who believe in getting a higher education. I am from Texas (Rio Grande Valley) I graduated from high school in 2003, and I did was able to go to college for a few semesters, but due to the fact that I had to pay my classes out of my pocket I had to quit. I did received help from Texas Grant for 2 semester after that I was given the run around. Now my younger sister is fixing to graduate next year from Weslaco High School, and it seems like there is no help for us. She is an Honor Student, has been in Business Professionals of America since she was a freshman and has been in competitions that have taken her to Nationals freshman, sophmore, and junior year. She has a hearing problem, but she still desires to go to college and become a teacher. We have seek help from the school teacher, but only one of them (Mrs. Hicks) has been the one who has helped her. Please let me know where can we go to vote or tell us what to do to make our voice count, I know it will help A LOT of students. Thank you Josie Nunez, Weslaco, TX
Comment by Josie Nunez — May 29, 2007 @ 11:46 am
Hello!
I’m crossing my fingers that this law passes. I have graduated from Elementary School all the way through College, in which I got my A.A. in science as a Veterinary Technician. Unfortunately, because I’m not a resident, I’m not able to get my RVT license, so that I can work at a clinic. I also want to return to school to get my Masters, but because of my status in this country, I cant.
I would also like to know where can we go to vote, because it will definitely help a lot of students like me. Thank You, Majorie from San Pablo, California
Comment by Marjorie — July 10, 2007 @ 11:05 pm
My brother and i came to the US as kids illegally and did all our schooling in the UNITED STATES. My brother graduated in in 2000 and i graduated 2005 my brother got accepted in college but had to come back home because he did not have is papers to get into college. I really want to get into college and has put off college for 2 years and feel useless in life because i cant even get a drivers license. Please let me know where to go to vote for the dream act so my life and my brothers life can be meaningfull.
Comment by lance howard — July 15, 2007 @ 6:59 pm
this year i graduated from high school and i will attend Washington State University this fall. i want to be a nurse but my problem is that i am not u.s. citizen and this affect my studies because the government cant help me. So if dream act passes i will be so happy because my parents brougt me here to have a better future and this is what i am doigng but it is hard. but i dont give up and also i need help so i can accomplish all my goals and to show everyone that everything is possible.
i really need ur help. please give me any information that can help me.
thank you
gabriela alvarez
Comment by gabriela alvarez — July 16, 2007 @ 5:31 pm
Mr. Rios, the children are innocent bystanders who did not intend to violate any law when their parents brought them here for a better life. Just like almost every other group in this country by the way. You do not punish the innocent.
Furthermore, an unlawful entry is a misdemeanor at most. The penalty for a misdemeanor is generally a fine not banishment from the realm.
Comment by Joseph Rios — July 24, 2007 @ 1:14 pm
i lived in CA, and i graduated from high school in 2005, so i still attended to go to college until now. i have no car, and it made me so unconvience. in the summer time, i have to walk to my college in an hour. my major is accounting, and i will plan to go to UC/CAL STATE. see they accept or not. i can not see my future right now without any legal documents. please let me know what we can do on next step if the law never pass……i think many of students do not want to be illegal, but the parent’s problem.
Comment by kenny — July 31, 2007 @ 1:21 pm
Mr. Rios,
Punishing children for the perceived sins of their parents seems inappropriate. As does blaming them for an event (being brought to America) that they had no control over.
Additionally, as they aren’t leaving any time soon it would be prudent to make sure that each and every person is as educated and successful as they can be to benefit our nation.
Comment by Justin — August 6, 2007 @ 10:47 am
First of I want to take this opportunity to say “Thank You” for bringing the Dream Act back up.
I am sick and tired of people using the term illegal immigrants. This is America, no one has the
right to call this there own America. The founders of this great nation were once immigrants on this land. I know that it is hard to believe that there are individuals that are here with good characters and morals that are better t than those who call themselves “Americans” by paper…. Why should these chidren have to suffer the consequence for waht their parents did as a result of some certain cituation. These children came here according to their parent’s judgment, so why should they have to pay. Allow them to go to school, allow them to better the economy, give them a chance to achieve their dreams of becoming a functioning member of society. This goes out to all
those whose oppose “When Jesus says yes, nobody can say no”. This nation is standing by
the grace of God, the earth is the Lords and the fullness thereof. So who are you to deny anyone of the right of becoming an educated person… I can’t go on, this topic is very overwhelming. I just feel its so wrong for human beings to be so cruel, self-fish, singminded, ignorant, undiscipline, and wick; that is what’s happening by denying these children the chance to go to college and get an education.
Comment by Kari — August 11, 2007 @ 1:07 pm
At the age of 6 I was brought to the California by my single mother who hoped
for a better future for both of us. I was not aware of what was going on nor had any intention in breaking any law in the country that I have called home for the last 14 years of my life. I am currently enrolled in California State university Fresno, and am working as an administrative assistant for a global company of employment services. I thank my mother every day for pursuing my happiness even if it has turned us, in the eyes of some people who are not in our shoes, as criminals. I know, in my heart, that any person who wants the best for their family would do the same as my mother did. Many can afirm otherwise due to their “patriotism,” but they might not know what if feels like to see a daughter(son) cry because you are not to feed them. Thank you for taking time to read into my life and I hope that some day we can all be tolerant of other human beings.
Comment by Sandra F. — August 17, 2007 @ 10:49 am
Hi, i have been in the US since the age of 3. I just recently graduated high school on june 1st 2007. I am going to attend a community college for the time being. But i don’t know how long that is going to last because i can not afford to pay for it my self any longer. I graduated with a 3.9 gpa and watched all my friends go off to universities. I have worked all my life in school and would love to be given the chance to continue in my dreams of becoming a doctor. So please let me know where and how i can vote!
Comment by Claudine T. — August 21, 2007 @ 2:54 pm
Hi my name is Alberto I am a high school graduate since 2006. I have been in the US since I was 10 years old. Going to college and finishing it with a degrre would be a DREAM for me. I really hope the dream act can pass, that would not only help illegal students but also this country.
Comment by Alberto — August 21, 2007 @ 7:52 pm
HI, I HAVE BEEN IN THE U.S SINCE I WAS 12 YEARS OLD, I GRADUATED FROM HIGH SCHOOL THIS YEAR (07), MY BIGGEST DREAM IN LIFE IS TO BECOME A MARINE, BUT BECAUSE OF MY ILLEGAL STATUS I CANT ACHIEVE MY DREAM. THATS WHY I HIGHLY SUPPORT THE DREAM ACT SO MY DREAM WOULD COME TRUE AND I CAN DEFEND THIS COUNTRY.
Comment by luis garcia — August 27, 2007 @ 1:16 pm
my husband was brought over here back in ‘92 since then his family did nothing more to help him with his status we are now trying to do everything possible to get his papers fixed. i for one want the dream act to pass so i will not have to lose my husband and my 2 yr old daughter wont lose her father over what his family decided not to do for him . I will take a stand along side any one put in the same situation for every one deserves the same opportunity as any american citizens who want the american dream. our country would not be who it is today if it wasnt for all the illegeal immigrants who came before us. i beleive there is light at the end of our tunnel and one day my husband will be the us citizens he longs to be and for any one else every thing will work out i beleive we are all meant to be here at this time and place for a reason we all have a purpose to full fill and never give up hope i know i wont for my husband and daughters sake
Comment by maegan — August 31, 2007 @ 2:04 pm
I am glad that the Dream Act is being revisited. I came here when I was six years old as a visitor but I overstayed my visa because of my dad. Now that my dad and my mom is back in his native country I can do but so much for myself. I am not familiar with my native country at all. I also fear that if I go back to my native country I might get killed. The violence in my native country has risen and my family has a history of dying due to the violence. I have accomplished so much in school and all my friends felt sorry for me because I could not join then in college. They knew my potential, even my teachers felt sorry because I asked them for help but they said they could not help at all. But I still look forward for the Dream Act to pass so I and other kids can look forward to a better future
Comment by Patricia D. — September 4, 2007 @ 2:12 pm
I would like an update about the reintroduction of the Dream Act 2007, and would like for you to email those updates to me. Thanks.
Comment by Karen Sullivan — September 15, 2007 @ 10:41 pm
I am so glad that finally many children will get the education they deserve! Please do everything you can to make this pass! Here is one of many pettitions that are in favor of the Dream Act. Please sign it and pass it along! Call your representatives now! We don’t have much time left!
http://www.petitiononline.com/dreamact/petition.html
Comment by Jenny — September 18, 2007 @ 7:04 pm
I would like to be informed about any changes in the Dream Act. I am a student that wants to become a legal resident. I have finished high school and have obtained a 2 year degree in Criminal Justice. I would like to have a 4 year degree. I have been in this country since I was 8 years of age. Any infothat can help will be great.
Comment by Victoria Sanchez — September 25, 2007 @ 8:05 pm
Hi, I am 24 years of age and immigrated here when I was 7 due to the Persian Gulf War. I graduated two years ago with a Bachelor’s degree from UCLA. I was lucky enough to have parents who were able to afford my education, and I did not rely on the government for any aid. I worked a minimum of 25 hours a week at a coffeeshop minimum wage, in order for me to be able to pay rent and not be a burden to the college tuition my parents had to pay. Alas, I have graduated, but somehow or another my stepdad’s petition for me did not work out, and I am put in a situation wherein only the DREAM ACT can help save kids like me. I’ve worked so hard to be where I am today, and I feel that people should realize that the pursuit of an education, and that people who are willing to work, are good citizens, and would make good residents for this country. The US is in a war trying to coerce other nations into living as Americans live; What about the people who are in this country living that way now?
Why ignore us?
Comment by Ailene Batoon — October 9, 2007 @ 4:22 pm
i am so bombed because the governor did not pass the “Dream Act” but it does not mean that we are going to keep
fighting for our rights.United we all going to accomplish big things in life.
Comment by lt — November 17, 2007 @ 10:34 pm