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Postville detainee: ‘Congressmen, be our voice’

By Lynda Waddington 7/26/08

Because the women entered the country without proper documentation, they cannot legally earn wages. Because the women have the ankle devices, they cannot leave. And it could be months before they even have a hearing.

Latham: Congressional Postville Visit Will Offer Firsthand Glimpse into National Immigration Debate

By Lynda Waddington 7/21/08

U.S. Rep. Tom Latham is hopeful that an upcoming trip by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus into Postville will allow more people to witness the aftermath of the May 12 immigration raid in the community, and allow policy makers to have a better understanding of the human and economic tolls of such a federal action.

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