Our immigration policy should be driven by what is in the best interest of this great country and the American people. Comprehensive immigration reform will strengthen U.S. security and boost economic growth.

I'm just glad that my community has faith and confidence in me.

Now is the time for the U.S. and the nations of Western Europe who engaged in the slave trade throughout this hemisphere to come forward in a positive way to assist in undoing the harm that was caused by their past colonial policies in the hemisphere.

Today many Caribbean workers can be found in the hospital, construction, service and hotel industries, but there is also a growing professional sector.

Immigrants have faced huge obstacles to achieving the American Dream, yet have persevered to overcome them.

Without question, conditions in the Haiti are worse since Aristide's removal, and continue to deteriorate.

Honoring the sacrifices many have made for our country in the name of freedom and democracy is the very foundation of Veterans Day.