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Lamar Smith: I do think that generosity gives us the credibility to say that we need to devise an immigration system that is in the…

On the recordFebruary 4, 2013
I do think that generosity gives us the credibility to say that we need to devise an immigration system that is in the best interests of America and Americans.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Smith argues for an immigration system that benefits the U.S. while acknowledging its generosity.

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