Mr. Speaker. the huge influx of refugees in 1980 brought disruptions and hardships to the Miami area. Nevertheless. south Florida made a tremendous effort to absorb these new arrivals. Many of these persons have put much hard work into their efforts to become productive members of our society and to maintain their vision of the American dream. The individuals described in the following newspaper articles show that those who struggle to be here. as well as those who are fortunate enough to have been born here in the United States. can have freedom and a better life. The articles follow: [From the Miami Herald.
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