Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883

Call for compassionate immigration reform

The United States of America is a nation of immigrants. My ancestors came from Germany, Norway and Scotland, among others. We have people coming to our communities from the Philippines, Ukraine, Venezuela and other countries right now.

Yes, there are barriers. No, it isn't easy to integrate new people, especially when language limits communication and the American way takes some getting used to.

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