Hundreds of Rallies and Marches Across US in Support of Immigrants Hispanically Speaking News
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Thousands supporting immigration reform marched through Hollywood on Saturday as part of nationwide rallies to push for congressional action. Protesters want a pathway to citizenship for the estimated 11 million undocumented migrants in the country. (RT/RuptlyTV)

More than 150 events in 41 states were planned this weekend in support of immigrants and immigration reform.  The rallies and marches are all part of the ‘National Day of Action for Immigrant Dignity and Respect.’

These events are being conducted in an effort to put pressure on Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform that includes a path to citizenship.  There are marches, rallies, prayer vigils, community celebrations and concerts organized in hopes Congress, especially Republicans, pay attention even as the government is shut down for business.  A concert on the National Mall in Washington on Tuesday, October 8 will culminate the rallying cry for immigrants.

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