Celebrate America's Diversity -- We are a Nation of Immigrants
America's immigrant tradition is at the heart of the American Dream -- the idea that no matter your background, with hard work you can have a brighter future.
The United States is a country of Irish-Americans, Polish-Americans, Chinese-Americans, Mexican-Americans and many other ethnic groups. Beyond the stereotyping and partisan bickering about immigration, its our common past as immigrants that make us Americans.
We must remember that we all share stories of courage, hope, perseverance, love and gratitude, whether your family arrived in the U.S. centuries ago or yesterday. Today's qualified immigrants deserve the same chance to become full citizens and pursue their dreams.
Remind Congress that we are a nation of immigrants and urge them to make the immigration process more efficient so today's immigrants get the opportunity to achieve their American Dreams.
Dear [Decision Maker],
While immigration issues are controversial, in any debate we all must remember that America is a nation of immigrants.
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Immigration is at the heart of what it means to be an American and to pursue the American Dream. We are a diverse nation of Irish-Americans, Chinese-Americans, Mexican-Americans and many other ethnic groups. Even though we all come from different places, our common immigrant tradition and our pursuit of a better life for ourselves and our families unite us as Americans.
Today's qualified immigrants deserve the same chance your family had to become full citizens through an efficient process and pursue their own American Dreams. Please remember in immigration debates that nearly every American family came from somewhere else, whether it was centuries ago or yesterday.
