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Dear America: Young Readers’ Edition: The Story of an Undocumented Citizen

Name: Dear America: Young Readers’ Edition: The Story of an Undocumented Citizen
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Book Synopsis: In this young readers' adaptation of his adult memoir Dear America, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and undocumented immigrant Jose Antonio Vargas tells his story, in light of the 12 million undocumented immigrants currently in the United States. Jose Antonio Vargas was only twelve years old when he was brought to the United States from the Philippines to live with his grandparents. He didn't know it, but he was sent to the U.S. illegally.When he applied for a learner's permit, he learned the truth, and he spent the next almost twenty years keeping his immigration status a secret. Hiding in plain sight, he was writing for some of the most prestigious news organizations in the country. Only after publicly admitting his undocumented status—risking his career and personal safety—was Vargas able to live his truth.This book asks questions including, How do you define who is an American? How do we decide who gets to be a citizen? What happens to those who enter the U.S. without documentation?By telling his personal story and presenting facts without easy answers, Jose Antonio Vargas sheds light on an issue that couldn't be more relevant.

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Discover the captivating journey of Jose Antonio Vargas, an undocumented immigrant whose compelling story is now available in a young readers' edition of his memoir, Dear America. This Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist shares his experience of coming to the United States from the Philippines as a young boy, subsequent realization of his undocumented status, and the difficulties he faced in concealing it for almost two decades.

Delve into the thought-provoking pages of this book and join Vargas on his quest to redefine American identity. As he raises vital questions about citizenship and immigration, you will find yourself challenged to think deeply about what it truly means to be an American.

While illustrating the plight of the 12 million undocumented immigrants currently residing in the United States, Dear America: Young Readers' Edition offers an eye-opening perspective on an issue that demands our immediate attention. Vargas fearlessly exposes the realities faced by those who enter the country without documentation, prompting us to consider the impact of our policies and the moral imperative to address this pressing issue.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of empathy, understanding, and change? Order your copy of Dear America: Young Readers' Edition today and become part of the conversation that is reshaping the narrative around undocumented immigrants in America. Take a stand, broaden your horizons, and gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of immigration as you navigate the pages of this extraordinary book.

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