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Here is a letter I wrote: please feel free to modify it and use it as your own!!! 
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Here's my letter:
Dear Senator Obama,
Approximately 2.8 million students will graduate from United States High Schools this year. Some of them will go on to college, join the military, or take another path in life, eventually becoming active members of society, all equally American. However, in this sea of individuals, a group of approximately 60,000 will not have this opportunity, not because they lack motivation, but because of the status passed on to them by their parents.
These often highly achieved individuals cannot attend college, drive cars, enlist in the armed forces, work, or otherwise live a full life. Children that grew up on American soil, respect the laws of this country, and want nothing more than to be recognized for what they are, Americans, bear an inherited title of an “illegal immigrant”.
I am writing on behalf of these thousands of bright American students who are prevented from pursuing their American Dream of obtaining top-quality education because of lack of legal immigration status. Many of whom present unique talents, are among the best in their schools, perform various forms of community service and graduate with honors. Despite the difficulties associated with lack of legal immigration status they share the love for this Country, hoping that one day, they will receive the chance to become an equal part of Society.
My name is ___________ and my parents brought me to this country when I was just 2 years old - I have no memory or recollection of that experience or of ever having lived anywhere else.
I grew up my whole life in Westchester County, New York, where I attended a Private school, lived in a nice house with a backyard, a great neighborhood, was very involved in my studies, sports and activities - I was always very passionate about Theater and Creative Writing, I joined my school's Volleyball Team and was involved in Debate and the Honors program - I grew up thinking I was just a regular All-American Girl. Ironically, I was voted most All-American Girl because of my blond hair, green eyes and my American Sweetheart charm.
I never knew I was different from anyone else - I was always kept in the dark about my unique situation until I turned 16, when I confronted my parents wanting to know why I couldn't get a driver's license like all my friends.
Now, 5 years later, I am 21-years-old and I feel very limited and frustrated by my inability to work or drive a car like my peers. It is very frustrating for me to see all of my friends and peers move forward with their lives and achieve their goals while I feel like I'm staying behind. America is the only country I've ever known and loved, English is my first language, and I have always been passionate about this country's History and Legacy. I AM an American, and regardless of where I may have been born, I consider the United States my homeland. It is very unfair and frustrating to not be able to participate in my own country's Society, not be able to vote, drive a car, or further my education in Medicine, while even many natural-born citizens of this country choose not to take advantage of these Freedoms.
That is why I think that students who were brought to this country as children and are Educated people who want nothing more than to better this country should have a right to realize their American Dream. Consequently, many of these students have a power to positively influence America’s future if only they will be given a chance. In fact, this chance is in your hands, dear member of Congress. I believe that our Nation should take advantage of their expertise, and that is why I urge you to support the legislation in Congress of the Development Relief for Alien Minors Act, and its related bills (S.774, H.R. 1221, H.R. 1275).
That is why, Dear Member of Congress, I beg you to let the American Dream live on.
Sincerely,
))Here's my letter:
Dear Senator Obama,
Approximately 2.8 million students will graduate from United States High Schools this year. Some of them will go on to college, join the military, or take another path in life, eventually becoming active members of society, all equally American. However, in this sea of individuals, a group of approximately 60,000 will not have this opportunity, not because they lack motivation, but because of the status passed on to them by their parents.
These often highly achieved individuals cannot attend college, drive cars, enlist in the armed forces, work, or otherwise live a full life. Children that grew up on American soil, respect the laws of this country, and want nothing more than to be recognized for what they are, Americans, bear an inherited title of an “illegal immigrant”.
I am writing on behalf of these thousands of bright American students who are prevented from pursuing their American Dream of obtaining top-quality education because of lack of legal immigration status. Many of whom present unique talents, are among the best in their schools, perform various forms of community service and graduate with honors. Despite the difficulties associated with lack of legal immigration status they share the love for this Country, hoping that one day, they will receive the chance to become an equal part of Society.
My name is ___________ and my parents brought me to this country when I was just 2 years old - I have no memory or recollection of that experience or of ever having lived anywhere else.
I grew up my whole life in Westchester County, New York, where I attended a Private school, lived in a nice house with a backyard, a great neighborhood, was very involved in my studies, sports and activities - I was always very passionate about Theater and Creative Writing, I joined my school's Volleyball Team and was involved in Debate and the Honors program - I grew up thinking I was just a regular All-American Girl. Ironically, I was voted most All-American Girl because of my blond hair, green eyes and my American Sweetheart charm.
I never knew I was different from anyone else - I was always kept in the dark about my unique situation until I turned 16, when I confronted my parents wanting to know why I couldn't get a driver's license like all my friends.
Now, 5 years later, I am 21-years-old and I feel very limited and frustrated by my inability to work or drive a car like my peers. It is very frustrating for me to see all of my friends and peers move forward with their lives and achieve their goals while I feel like I'm staying behind. America is the only country I've ever known and loved, English is my first language, and I have always been passionate about this country's History and Legacy. I AM an American, and regardless of where I may have been born, I consider the United States my homeland. It is very unfair and frustrating to not be able to participate in my own country's Society, not be able to vote, drive a car, or further my education in Medicine, while even many natural-born citizens of this country choose not to take advantage of these Freedoms.
That is why I think that students who were brought to this country as children and are Educated people who want nothing more than to better this country should have a right to realize their American Dream. Consequently, many of these students have a power to positively influence America’s future if only they will be given a chance. In fact, this chance is in your hands, dear member of Congress. I believe that our Nation should take advantage of their expertise, and that is why I urge you to support the legislation in Congress of the Development Relief for Alien Minors Act, and its related bills (S.774, H.R. 1221, H.R. 1275).
That is why, Dear Member of Congress, I beg you to let the American Dream live on.
Sincerely,
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