As an immigrant I have heard stories similar to the ones Jose describes, both from the parents’ and children’s perspectives. I kept waiting to hear more about Jose’s experience. Having so many different characters was a bit overwhelming, but they help emphasize the scope of the problem. A more descriptive script would strengthen the narration, frame the actualities better, and give it a more polished feel. Jose started with a light, almost humorous tone before he hit us with the tear jerking quote from Teresa Vazquez, and then concluded on a hopeful note. This piece illustrates the realities of the immigration process, and should be aired, not only in Washington D.C. where politicians can hear it, but all across the nation.

I sm just going to say flat out that this piece, most of it anyway, is good. This is a very interesting topic, however I feel it was a bit to flat and monotone which turned me off a little. It could of used some background music. And I know the narrator is foreign but more coaching could of been done to make the reading a little smoother, not so much because it was unpleasing to the ears, but because it made me feel like the narrator was struggling to much, and listners might pick that up alot and begin to focus on the narrators ability to speak and read english. Overall though this piece is good, just add music.