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Eric Balderas '13 sits down with The Crimson for an exclusive interview to detail what went through his mind last Monday when he was detained after attempting to board a plane from San Antonio, Texas to Boston.
"He should be allowed to continue his studies at Harvard, as his abilities will one day contribute back to the United States," wrote Pickerell. "He is one of the best minds in this country, his credentials speak for themselves, and we should nurture such talent."
"I think that they [the government] should enact a comprehensive immigration reform that includes a legalization procedure for students who clearly benefit the country," Barron said. "Mr. Balderas did not choose to break the law. He was brought over, and he has excelled in his studies and should...
The University, whose admissions process is blind to citizenship because it accepts students from all over the world, showed support for Balderas' standing as a student.
"Eric Balderas has already demonstrated the discipline and work ethic required for rigorous university work, and has, like so many of our undergraduates, expressed an interest in making a difference in the world," Christine M. Heenan, vice president for public affairs and communications, wrote in an e-mailed statement.