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" When it comes to fighting for citizenship that many people take for granted, there isn't anyone I would not talk to. When it comes to immigration, there isn't any question I will not answer. "

Jose Antonio Vargas

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Jose Antonio Vargas

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Gay

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Jose Antonio Vargas

Than

Immigration

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