On the one hand we publicly pronounce the equality... -Emanuel Celler

On the one hand we publicly pronounce the equality of all peoples; on the other hand, in our immigration laws, we embrace in practice these very theories we abhor and verbally condemn.

Emanuel Celler , Politician
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Emanuel Celler was an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from New York. He was a prominent figure in the House of Representatives and played a key role in shaping immigration policy and civil rights legislation during his long tenure in Congress.

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