Ask the Expert: Why We Need Comprehensive Immigration Reform

Angela Kelley explains why the economic crisis makes it more crucial than ever for Congress to move quickly to pass comprehensive immigration reform. (Vea en español)

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What is comprehensive immigration reform? Why do we need immigration reform? How quickly can Congress act on immigration reform?

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Angela Maria Kelley

Executive Director, Center for American Progress Action Fund; Senior Vice President, Center for American Progress

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Ask the Expert: Why We Need Comprehensive Immigration Reform