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May 20, 2025 8 min

Gabriel and Alex

from Leaving Home: Im/migrant Interviews Hosted by Mr. Smith at Mission Vista HS

In this episode, Gabriel interviews Alex, a recent immigrant from Mexico. Alex shares his journey to the U.S., detailing the tough decision to leave his home country in search of better economic opportunities and safety. He opens up about the obstacles he faced, from overcoming language barriers to navigating the complexities of the immigration system, all while adjusting to a new life. Despite the challenges, Alex reflects on the moments of hope he experienced, including the support he found from his community and the new opportunities he’s been able to pursue.

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