
As Congress debates the federal tax bill, some legislators continue to seek legal respite for undocumented youth, while immigrant rights advocates are seeking a legal pathway for the immigrant community. Over the last few weeks, families and community members have been using social media to combat negative perceptions around political narratives. Social media users are posting photos that highlight their parents’ journeys, challenges, and the lives they have built in the United States using the hashtag #OriginalDreamers.
See some posts about the #OriginalDreamers:
my dad came here from mexico city with nothing but what he could fit into a backpack. he did it to escape poverty and for a chance at a better life. because of his hard work i have had everything i need and i couldn't be more proud of where I came from #OriginalDreamers pic.twitter.com/QGybGyAyPk
— kat (@hernandezzkat) December 4, 2017
#OriginalDreamers My mom came to America from Peru at the age of 16. She worked 2 jobs to provide and raise the best she could. I am the Regional Vice President of my company and I owe my drive and work ethic to this Original Dreamer. pic.twitter.com/6ypR7u3BVI
— Reyna (@patosauce408) December 4, 2017
My papa, my role model, my rock & protector❤️ Coming from his country of Guatemala standing on street corners looking for work & sometimes coming home empty handed. Suffering just to bring food to the table while mom was away at work/school. Love you dad❤️?#OriginalDreamers pic.twitter.com/YY7rzOPGCO
— Em (@ejmd99) December 3, 2017
My grandmother and mom came from Vietnam to escape communism. They underwent 8 days on a boat with no food & received water from the rain. Then they were placed in a refugee camp before coming to the US. They are my inspiration of bravery and courage. #OriginalDreamers pic.twitter.com/XrEhdJXpJQ
— killa kam (@villa_kam) December 3, 2017
My parents left all they knew and scraped up every last penny for visas to come to America when they were 22 to give my siblings and I a better chance at life I will be eternally grateful for their bravery #OriginalDreamers pic.twitter.com/tSpensgOEG
— Vanessa (@JstVanessa32) November 29, 2017