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Dick Durbin: “I introduced the Dream act over 20 years ago.”

Featuring: Dick Durbin, Democratic | U.S. Senate Illinois

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Published | Video Starts at 04:30

And again, our immigration system has been broken for quite some time, and I think that would be a step in the right direction. It's one of my major disappointments. I introduced the Dream act over 20 years ago. I still think it's basic justice gives people brought to this country as children, toddlers and infants because of the decision of their parents. You have a chance to become part of that country. (04:30–04:33)

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