In an increasingly pessimistic era, immigrants espouse a hallmark American trait — optimism
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In an increasingly pessimistic era, immigrants espouse a hallmark American trait — optimism

LA Times  

Two very different results. “My two kids are going to have the opportunity to enter into a university and make a life that’s much better than ours,” said Leguizamon, who arrived in 2019. “There are dynamic movements where you have to go for it — jump and go somewhere far away.” On a recent morning, the sun hadn’t yet risen when Barradas-Medel and her husband started their day. Her older sister, Maria Del Consuelo, said Barradas-Medel is someone who “always looks out for the family.” She credits the financial support as the reason why her son is enrolled in a university. Thanks to her and her effort, we’ve achieved a lot as a family.” Maria Del Pilar Barradas-Medel and Alejandro Medel, with son Anxelo, are among a majority of immigrants who are optimistic about this country.

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