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Javelin174
Forum:
The News Room
06-15-2010, 11:15 PM
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Support David Cho give a voice to the DREAM!
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4,519
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Support David Cho give a voice to the DREAM!
Really inspiring speech! Voted a 10, really hoping he gets selected (currently in 3rd place).
Forum:
The Lounge
06-11-2010, 09:16 PM
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Chicago and surrounding areas
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1,128
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Chicago and surrounding areas
I might be interested in coming. I live a train ride away from downtown. :)
Forum:
The Lounge
06-09-2010, 10:40 PM
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How to tell a friend?
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4,867
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: How to tell a friend?
With my case I've said a lot of things to my friends that hinted at my status without actually being aware of it, so it made it easier for me to tell them.
If you're going to tell a friend about...
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Other Topics
01-25-2010, 10:21 PM
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Self pity?
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1,841
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Javelin174
Re: Self pity?
I really didn't think that my original post would erupt into such a discussion.
Reading all your stories, I really feel for you guys having to put up with such ignorant people. I'm lucky that...
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Other Topics
01-15-2010, 10:22 PM
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Self pity?
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1,841
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Self pity?
THANK YOU! That's exactly how I feel as well, and I'm pretty glad to know that I do have my head screwed on just fine for the concept of self-pity. And I do the same thing about looking for the...
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Other Topics
01-15-2010, 08:48 PM
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Self pity?
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1,841
Posted By
Javelin174
Self pity?
I don't know if I'm the only one, but have you told anyone about your situation (being undocumented) and the person then just told you that you're pitying yourself?
To me, self pity means that you...
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Other Topics
11-04-2009, 07:38 PM
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4
How do you do it?
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709
Posted By
Javelin174
How do you do it?
Hey dreamers, I have a question to ask: How do you manage to find hope and meaning in your lives when you're undocumented? Beware, but there's angst in this one.
Like, this whole undocumented...
Forum:
The Lounge
09-27-2009, 02:27 AM
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27
Just told someone..
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2,357
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Just told someone..
That's really good that you took it well. :) In the past, I told friends that I couldn't get a job because I'm an immigrant and don't have a Social Security number. Back then though I had no idea...
Forum:
The Lounge
09-23-2009, 12:02 AM
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3 days left for Alonso!! he doesn't even have a thousand of his 5000 goal!!
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2,431
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: 3 days left for Alonso!! he doesn't even have a thousand of his 5000 goal!!
Thank you for writing to ICE now Text DREAM to 787753 so we can keep you updated on the progress of Alonso’s campaign.
Forum:
The Lounge
09-20-2009, 02:40 AM
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23
Might Be Going Back To Europe
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1,905
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Might Be Going Back To Europe
You're right, but what I said earlier was that I have no idea if I'm able to get scholarships in Illinois based on that I'm the first generation in my family to go to college. I can definitely get...
Forum:
The Lounge
09-18-2009, 12:18 AM
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Might Be Going Back To Europe
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1,905
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Might Be Going Back To Europe
Thanks for informing me I guess. I was only nine when I left, and then I have a friend who just shits on Poland all the time, so that clouded my judgment as well. Then again I'm still not staying in...
Forum:
The Lounge
09-17-2009, 05:16 PM
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Might Be Going Back To Europe
Views:
1,905
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Might Be Going Back To Europe
Typically yes, though Poland is an exception. Poland resists the global economy, and generally the economy there seems to have been worse than in other parts of Europe. Politically and economically,...
Forum:
The Lounge
09-16-2009, 10:02 PM
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Might Be Going Back To Europe
Views:
1,905
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Might Be Going Back To Europe
Ah, then that's a tough cookie. Regardless I'm still probably going to go for it. I mean, it probably would have been nigh impossible to keep in touch with good friends from high school and beyond if...
Forum:
The Lounge
09-16-2009, 09:30 PM
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Might Be Going Back To Europe
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1,905
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Might Be Going Back To Europe
Correct me if I'm wrong, but as far as I know I begin accruing criminal presence in the U.S. once I turn 18. If I stay for half a year after turning 18, then I get a 3 year ban, and if a full year...
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The Lounge
09-16-2009, 08:38 PM
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Might Be Going Back To Europe
Views:
1,905
Posted By
Javelin174
Might Be Going Back To Europe
Hello DAP. Lately, I've just become convinced that CIR/DREAM isn't going to pass this or the next year. Right now health care reform is what's important, and if the general consensus of my American...
Forum:
The Lounge
09-09-2009, 10:55 PM
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32
I can't relate to most "Dreamers" in the media.
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3,090
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: I can't relate to most "Dreamers" in the media.
I understand how you feel. In fact I'm an underachiever as well. I never realized the urgency of my situation in high school. I always just thought that things would eventually fix themselves before...
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Other Topics
07-27-2009, 07:09 PM
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Selective Service
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5,554
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Selective Service
I turned 18 a little over a month ago. If I go sign up now will there be any penalties?
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Other Topics
07-27-2009, 07:05 PM
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just turned 18
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1,237
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: just turned 18
Is it possible to get an I.D. made if you aren't from Mexico? I turned 18 last month and I'm from Poland...
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Other Topics
05-29-2009, 12:35 AM
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This shit is affecting my health
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1,455
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: This shit is affecting my health
I'm sorry about how you feel. I kind of understand the feeling as well. It hasn't gotten to the point where my body is getting worn out besides sometimes getting headaches often, but there's...
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Other Topics
05-27-2009, 07:14 PM
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College Insight
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805
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: College Insight
I considered community college, but it's in another town and there is no public transportation for me to get there. Transportation is the other problem for me; I don't know anyone that would be...
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Other Topics
05-27-2009, 05:35 PM
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College Insight
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805
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: College Insight
Thanks for the tip Abaddon, though I can't find much. Most of the available scholarships seem to require U.S. Citizenship or residency, or leadership project experience. I mean I'd love to volunteer...
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Other Topics
05-27-2009, 04:52 PM
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College Insight
Views:
805
Posted By
Javelin174
College Insight
I'm not sure where to post this, so I'll try here.
I'm almost done with my junior year in high school (finals right now), and with senior year creeping up on me and the college application process...
Forum:
New Members
03-16-2009, 05:13 PM
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6
Hey Everyone, Sharing My Story
Views:
821
Posted By
Javelin174
Re: Hey Everyone, Sharing My Story
Thanks all for the replies, I really appreciate them. Sorry to hear about your brother dreamerhippie, and the panic attack you had at church. I still go to church myself, but really it's more to...
Forum:
New Members
03-15-2009, 04:37 PM
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6
Hey Everyone, Sharing My Story
Views:
821
Posted By
Javelin174
Hey Everyone, Sharing My Story
Hey all! From trying to find out new things about the DREAM act I managed to stumble upon this website which I'm pretty happy about. Here I feel like I can share my story without the judgment I get...
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