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This season, open our arms to immigrants

Posted December 10, 2014 4:01 am

I'm writing to express my belief in America's hope and promise, which is highlighted during the holiday season as we come together with our families. In this time of gratitude, which also celebrates the survival and prosperity of our own immigrant forebears, it's crucial to remember our immigrant roots as a nation. We need to continue to lift up the American tradition of being a welcoming society that honors the values of freedom, equality and opportunity.

As we break bread with members of our family, congregation and community here in the suburbs, I ask that each of us reflect on the need to be a more welcoming and compassionate society to new immigrants that continues the same American values and traditions we celebrate during this holiday season.

Kristine Vorenkamp

Palatine

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