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http://news.yahoo.com/report-2-immigrants-us-illegally-named-city-panels-171034876.html#
Huntington Park, a small city in Los Angeles County.
"the appointments struck a controversial note."
I'll bet.
On Monday, two immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally were appointed to serve on city commissions.
"They bring a lot to the table," said Macias, who was elected mayor two years ago. "And it really empowers, or at least gives a voice, for those undocumented in the community."
The appointments are believed to be among the first in the nation in which an immigrant without legal status in the U.S. has been appointed to serve in a government position.
Huntington Park, a small city in Los Angeles County.
"the appointments struck a controversial note."
I'll bet.