Despite Tough Political Climate, Hispanic Workers Make Impressive Progress
Tagged: border, MexicoPosted on: September 10th, 2007“You’ll understand if workers of Hispanic descent – even those here legally – are feeling less than appreciated these days. Whether it’s in the halls of Congress, along the border with Mexico, or in the workplace, the rhetoric and behavior at times have gotten ugly.
The idea of erecting a giant fence, mostly along the southern borders of California and Arizona, hasn’t helped matters. The 700-mile project, virtually stalled for a year, is merely a symbol of divisiveness to many. Two weeks ago, Texas Gov. Rick Perry called the fence pure “idiocy,” and urged Congress to reopen its stalled debate on immigration reform.”
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