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State of the Union Ignored Immigration, Latino Media Says
Sarah Damian - New America Media
Jan 28, 2010
In his State of the Union address to Congress Wednesday night, President Obama again called for comprehensive immigration reform. “We should continue the work of fixing our broken immigration system,” he said, “to secure our borders and enforce our laws, and ensure that everyone who plays by the rules can contribute to our economy and enrich our nation.”
Latino media coverage revealed disappointment that President Barack Obama didn’t spend more time on the topic, however, an indication that the issue is not at the top of the White House’s list of priorities. Here are some excerpts from coverage:
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