When swearing in new citizens. Judge Garza used to say: "I do not worry that people want to come to the United States. I would worry if people did not want to come because then it would mean we would no longer be the country of freedom and opportunity that we are." As a son of immigrants and as former chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. I am proud to represent my district along the U.S.Mexico border with a large population of immigrants. who contribute to the vibrancy of our national economy. job growth and rich culture. Indeed. the stories of our immigrant neighbors. friends. and colleagues are very real. enriching the overall narrative of what it means to be an American. They are Americans and part of our national fabric. I invite all my fellow Americans to come down to the U.S.-Mexico border region to experience firsthand the rich culture and wonderful people who make up our border communities and my home of Deep South Texas.
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