[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 151 (Thursday, November 18, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1980-E1981]
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                 NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH 2009

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 2010

  Mr. TOWNS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of the DREAM Act.
  We are a nation built by the hard work and personal achievements of 
immigrants. We

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must take strides to move immigration reform forward and now is the 
time to do it. Now is the time to help millions of young people achieve 
the American Dream.
  Improving access to education for immigrants is an important piece of 
reform. Education has always been a priority of mine and, in order to 
build a stronger nation, we should encourage those who want to become 
Americans to pursue their education.
  The DREAM Act also allows for permanent resident status to be given 
to those who served for two years in the military. It is only fitting 
that we afford this status to individuals who are willing to lay down 
their lives if need be for the protection of this great nation.
  My esteemed colleagues, I urge you to uphold the ideals of the 
American Dream; vote in favor of the DREAM Act. Thank you.

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