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The Statue of Liberty

This symbol on Ellis Island represents the American Dream to many immigrants who have come to the United States from overseas.

The Philippines

This is the country where the author was born and grew up until the age of 12.

Mountainview

This is the city in California where the author lived with his grandparents after coming to the U.S. at the age of 12.

Washington, DC

This is where the author moved after college as he began his career as a journalist. It is also where he appeared before the government to testify on immigration issues.

McAllen, Texas

This setting is where the author was detained for eight hours due to his undocumented status.

Mangoes

These objects are symbols that represent home to the author whenever he sees them or buys them.

"My Life as an Undocumented Immigrant"

This was the author's "coming out" essay...

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