In this first episode of the second season of the Tell Me Más podcast, host Victor Cornejo engages in a deep conversation with Juan Carlos Cerda, the Texas State Director of the American Business Immigration Coalition. They discuss the complexities of immigration, the impact of DACA, and the importance of business advocacy in shaping immigration policy. Juan Carlos shares his personal journey as an immigrant and DACA recipient, highlighting the challenges faced by individuals in similar situations. The conversation emphasizes the need for common sense immigration reform and the role of the Hispanic community in advocating for change. Through personal stories and legislative insights, the episode calls for collective action and community engagement to address the systemic issues within the immigration system. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Personal Journey 03:11 The Importance of Immigration and Personal Identity 06:06 Understanding the American Business Immigration Coalition 09:01 Personal Stories of Immigration and DACA 11:52 The Impact of DACA on Lives and Futures 14:48 Challenges Faced by DACA Recipients 18:09 The Role of Business Leaders in Immigration Reform 21:13 Legislative Efforts and Successes in Immigration Policy 25:04 Bipartisan Efforts in Immigration Reform 27:30 Defining Common Sense Immigration Reform 28:29 Executive Actions and Family Unity 30:00 The Economic Contributions of Immigrants 34:01 Legislative Challenges and Advocacy 36:09 Local Stories: The Case of Omar Salazar 40:52 The Impact of Detention on Families 44:24 Empowering the Hispanic Community Through Voting

Resources: Juan Carlos: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jccerda92/

American Business Immigration Coalition: https://abic.us/

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