Yesterday’s New York Times Opinion, “The Great Immigration Panic,” poignantly depicts the “war” that has been waged on immigrants in the U.S. It describes the current state of affairs:

“A nation of immigrants is holding another nation of immigrants in bondage, exploiting its labor while ignoring its suffering, condemning its lawlessness while sealing off a path to living lawfully,” while exhorting the Presidential candidates (Obama & McCain) to “confront the issue with courage and a plan.”

The journey for equity in the U.S. must afford undocumented immigrant families a proper path towards citizenship, in a manner that is dignified, and recognizes our collective identity.

For full and just inclusion, it is our country’s only option.