I think it would be such a tragedy if we became sidetracked on whether or not the 11 million here who responded to the help wanted sign at the border can never become right with the law and never have the aspiration to become an American.
Gutierrez emphasizes the importance of allowing undocumented immigrants a path to legal status.
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So, don't let anyone tell you that statehood will somehow diminish our cultural pride and heritage.
If you really believe in democracy, justice, government by the consent of the governed, you must not hesitate any further or give any more excuses.
The United States Congress, which imposes rules, out of our control, which make it impossible to get our act together.
A majority of voters in Puerto Rico have requested statehood, now Congress must respond by officially offering it and allowing voters on the island to ratify their choice in a binding vote.
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