People in many cities marched on Sunday, many of them are growing very impatient. There are just so many problems the country has now, immigration reform is not the most important for the largest number of people. - - Donna Poisl
By Joe Rodriguez
As thousands rallied for immigration reform in the nation's capital, Agustin Mendoza proudly carried a large American flag from Sacred Heart church to a similar demonstration in downtown San Jose. He started talking about President Obama and his fellow Democrats on Capitol Hill.
"Promises, promises," said the 62-year-old maintenance worker from San Jose. "When they win our vote, they forget completely about their promises to us.
"But I don't forget!"
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This country was built by immigrants, it will continue to attract and need immigrants. Some people think there are enough people here now -- people have been saying this since the 1700s and it still is not true. They are needed to make up for our aging population and low birthrate. Immigrants often are entrepreneurs, creating jobs. We must help them become Americans and not just people who live here and think of themselves as visitors. When immigrants succeed here, the whole country benefits.
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