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Ted Deutch: Instead of treating them like criminals, Democrats believe reform must invite them to come out of the shadows, pay a…

On the recordFebruary 2, 2015
Instead of treating them like criminals, Democrats believe reform must invite them to come out of the shadows, pay a penalty, pay their taxes, and maybe--just maybe--someday get the chance to apply for citizenship.
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Ted Deutch
Democratic · Florida

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Deutch outlines the Democratic approach to immigration reform and the treatment of undocumented immigrants.

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