Congressman Soto Hosts a DREAMer as His Special Guest for Today’s Presidential Address
Jose is a University of Florida graduate and one of Soto's constituents
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Darren Soto announced that he has selected Jose, a DREAMer (DACA recipient) from Florida, to witness President Donald Trump's first message to a joint session of Congress and to put a face on the hard-working immigrants who are being targeted by this administration.
Biography of Jose (last name withheld for his protection):
Jose was brought from San Pedro Sula, Honduras to the United States by his parents when he was only 11 years old in search of a better life. He is a recent graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science (with a concentration on immigration) and a minor in Anthropology. He has previously worked and has completed an internship at the U.S. House of Representatives.
Additionally, he has worked with numerous organizations and broadcast companies advocating for students and immigrant rights in Florida. During his college years, he was elected president of one of Valencia College's student organizations before transferring to the University of Florida (UF).
While at UF, Jose founded the first Voto Latino chapter in the state and was an active member of Hispanic Latino Affairs, the Hispanic Student Association, Student Government Senate, and Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity Inc.
Throughout his childhood, Jose always helped his family by working and taking care of his two younger sisters. Living in a low-income area has taught Jose the value of an education, which has encouraged him to be the first in his family to graduate from a top institution. Jose will soon start training as an organizer with SEIU in Miami.
"I am honored to host Jose a DACA recipient from Kissimmee and proud to stand with our DREAMers across the Nation. While Trump seeks to divide us, I will continue to fight for unity and opportunity for all."
Congressman Darren Soto represents Florida's 9th Congressional District, which includes Osceola County, as well as parts of Orange and Polk counties.