Senator Dianne Feinstein's support

She emailed me back stating this:

Dear Hef107 (I included my real name in the email to her),

I received your letter and sincerely appreciate hearing your support for the "Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act," commonly known as the DREAM Act.

I share your concern for foreign-born children who, through no fault of their own, find themselves with no legal immigration status in our country. These young adults were brought to California as children many years ago, attended elementary and high school here, and consider the United States home. I agree that it is in the country's best interest to give talented youth who have good moral character and are dedicated to serving the United States the opportunity to succeed.

I am a co-sponsor of the DREAM Act (S. 729), which Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) reintroduced in the 111th Congress on March 26, 2009. This legislation would provide the opportunity for undocumented youth raised in the U.S. to earn legal permanent residence if they attend college or serve in our military. The DREAM Act also makes college financially feasible by allowing students, regardless of their immigration status, to apply for financial aid. I assure you that I will continue to advocate on behalf of this bill in the future.

Once again, thank you for contacting me. Should you have any additional comments or questions on this issue, do not hesitate to contact my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841. Warm regards.



Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator

FINALLY, a Senator who didn't respond so generically! lol

Good to know. Thanks.

Good news indeed

Dianne Feinstein is really the true maverick...