Saturday, November 21, 2009

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Undocumented immigrants in Herndon, Virginia are feeling the heat these days. Town officials are pushing a number of 'get-tough' measures - including the possibility that local police will begin to enforce immigration laws. Some recent immigrants say they're thinking about leaving town. But others are instead working to convince Herndon residents that they can be an asset. Metro Connection's Sarah Hughes reports.

Photos: Bill Threlkeld, Director, Herndon Official Workers Center (HOW Center)

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