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People of Virginia | Immigration
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We asked people what should happen when those who overstay their visa or arrive illegally
We asked people of Virginia what should happen when those who come to America overstay their visas or arrive illegally.. And whether our laws adequately address these situations.
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VPM News Focal Point
People of Virginia | Immigration
Clip: Season 2 Episode 6 | 1m 19sVideo has Closed Captions
We asked people of Virginia what should happen when those who come to America overstay their visas or arrive illegally.. And whether our laws adequately address these situations.
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Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorshipLETICIA PEREZ: I still think they should be allowed, especially if their country's in turmoil, just 'cause of what they're experiencing.
It's not safe, especially if you have kids.
I think you should still be allowed to come.
There should be rules, steps, regulations, in order to ensure that they have proper access to resources they need.
Not only to live here, but to also become a citizen.
BOB ENGLISH: Its the United States.
We have a system, if you follow the system, Im fine with it.
Otherwise they shouldnt be here.
JULIAN WILSON: In order to become a citizen it's a lot of work, and it is not cheap.
So when people overstay their, so-called overstay their visit, I think there should be a process in which they can almost renew themselves, and give them the proper tools to become citizens.
TED SWEDALLA: As far as entering illegally, I don't think it should be.
But unfortunately, Congress, in their wisdom, hasn't done anything in the last 30 years to do anything to correct this immigration issue.
All they do is throw bricks at each other, Democrats and Republicans, and not try to come up with solutions.
They just look for the boogeyman.
I think its totally wrong.
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Catholic Charities helps reunify Virginia families
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The impact of Virginia’s two immigration detention centers
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Clip: S2 Ep6 | 7m 47s | Virginia is home to detention centers located in Farmville and Caroline County. (7m 47s)
Will Congress extend protections for Afghans in America?
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