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Bloomberg Still Wants a New York 'Dream Act,' and More Immigration Reform than Washington is up For

Thu, 03/29/2012 - 13:02 — admin

Capital New York
March 27, 2012

Mayor Michael Bloomberg today reiterated his support for a state-level Dream Act, a law that would make tuition aid available to undocumented immigrants.

He also urged national immigration reform, repeating a previous claim that to do otherwise would be gravely damaging to the American economy.

“We are committing national suicide and there’s absolutely no reason for it,” Bloomberg said.

He made his remarks during a press conference to tout the success of a city-funded business incubator.

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