Session #98 · 1983–85

Speech #980219563

But in attempting to close our borders. we are also closing the door of opportunity for Hispanics in America. Mr. Chairman. it is ironic that earlier this month the Statue of Liberty was covered to be kept hidden for repairs over the next few years. I find that symbolic because this legislation casts a shadow over the principles of freedom. opportunity. and justice for which that statue stands. But I am certain the debate over our immigration policy is not over. It will also need repair if this bill passes. My only hope is that those repairs are completed before the Statue of Liberty is unveiled.
Keywords matched
immigration

Classification

Target group
Sentiment
Negative
Stereotyping
No
Confidence
95%
Model
gemini-2.0-flash
Framing
Economic threat

Speaker & context

Speaker
WILLIAM RICHARDSON
Party
D
Chamber
H
State
NM
Gender
M
Date
1984-06-20
Speech ID
980219563
Paragraph
#4
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