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Christina Morales Calls for Humane Immigration Policies at South Texas Builders Forum

· Texas Border Business

At the South Texas Builders Association forum in Edinburg, Texas State Rep. Christina Morales emphasized the need for humane immigration policies. Representing House District 145, which includes Houston’s East End, she highlighted the contributions of immigrant workers, noting that they make up 40% of the construction workforce. Morales honored Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a construction worker killed by an ICE agent, and urged voters to consider candidates' immigration stances. She expressed hope that the forum would foster bipartisan discussions and encouraged community engagement ahead of the November elections, reminding attendees of the importance of voter registration.

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