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Rob Garcia: I became a U.S. citizen at 21 years old, became a teacher. Got elected mayor of my community and my hometown, all of…

On the recordAugust 21, 2020
I became a U.S. citizen at 21 years old, became a teacher. Got elected mayor of my community and my hometown, all of which would not have been possible had I not gotten the honor of becoming a citizen of this amazing country.
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Rob Garcia
Democratic · Kansas
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msnbc.com

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Robert Garcia reflects on his immigrant experience and the importance of citizenship, emphasizing the need for immigration reform.

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