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Undocumented Immigrants and the Meaning of Citizenship
Tomorrow, the California State Supreme Court will hear the case of a man who's not here legally, but who went to law school and passed the State Bar.
By Warren Olney • • 24m ListenUndocumented immigrants are a major part of California's economy, but Washington is paralyzed on immigration reform. Tomorrow, the State Supreme Court will hear the case of a man who's not here legally, but who went to law school and passed the State Bar. Will Governor Brown sign a bill allowing undocumented immigrants to serve on juries? Also, the Best Friends Animal Society wants LA to establish a no-kill shelter system in five years. Saul Gonzalez will tell us about a new facility trying to save 1000 pets from euthanasia every year.
On our rebroadcast of today's To the Point, President Obama says he's decided to punish Syria for the use of chemical weapons. Now he's asking support from Congress, even though both parties are sharply divided. We hear about the politics and the long-term consequences.
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2 storiesUndocumented Immigrants and the Meaning of Citizenship
Sergio Garcia was first brought to California from Mexico when he was an infant. Later, his family took him back to Mexico, but returned when he was 17 years old. His father became an American citizen and helped Sergio apply for a green card. Almost 20 years later, it's still pending.
Read the story17 minAre LA Shelters Any Closer to a 'No Kill' Policy?
There's a new facility in West LA with a spa-like feel, including a library as well as private rooms where visitors can get to know prospective housemates. The potential boarders are dogs and cats, and the facility is the Pet Adoption Center run by an animal welfare coalition called No Kill Los Angeles . KCRW's Saul Gonzalez paid a visit.
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