I would note that immigration status or pending deportation is not a reason in and of itself for the granting of a pardon. But in Mr. Vang's case, I would state this, that I can find no reason how Minnesota will be safer or better if Mr. Vang is deported to a country he has not been to since he was a child. I do not see how it would serve his family and the stability of his family, nor the economic interests of Minnesota where we have a tax paying citizen who is creating job growth and living a life of free from any criminal activity. (05:24–05:33)
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Asserts that deporting Mr. Vang does not benefit Minnesota's safety or well-being.
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