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As Congress moves forward with immigration reform, we take a look at how this issue connects to culture, business and families in the Northwest.Our region is home to a unique blend of immigrants who work in all parts of our economy — from high-tech to agriculture. This population already has a deeply-rooted history here. And its ranks are expanding rapidly.Proposals for comprehensive immigration reform address border security, employment verification, guest-worker programs and pathway to citizenship for an estimated 11 million unauthorized immigrants in the US.

Trump calls for a 'merit-based' system, which could mean fewer immigrants

People wait to attend a citizenship workshop in Seattle.
KUOW Photo/Lisa Wang
People wait to attend a citizenship workshop in Seattle.

Kim Malcolm talks with Vox staff writer Dara Lind about President Trump's call for a 'merit-based' system for immigration, and how it could impact immigrants living in Washington state.

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