These immigrants combine food from their homeland along with turkey to make their own Thanksgiving Day memories. This is the American way. - - Donna Poisl
By Iris Kim
Sushi, tamales, pho and, of course, turkey with all the fixings.
For many immigrants in the Bay Area, Thanksgiving is a melting pot of foods and traditions. For some, it’s an occasion for helping less fortunate members of their communities. For others, it’s a day that holds little significance.
Here is a snapshot of how local immigrants are planning to spend this most American of holidays:
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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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