Issue Position: Immigration
Issue Position
Issues: Immigration
East Boston has welcomed more immigrants into America than anywhere else, second only to Ellis Island. My father is an immigrant from Venice, Italy making me a first generation American. My mother's family comes from Avellino, Italy and immigrated to East Boston in the early 1900s. My immigrant roots help me understand how challenging it can be to move to a new country and experience a new language, culture and customs.
I am proud of my role as Board President of the Harborside Community Council, the largest provider of adult education and ESL classes in East Boston. As your State Rep., I will strongly advocate for an expansion of adult education and ESL classes to help new East Bostonians acclimate and succeed in their new community.
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