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In an e-mailed statement, roommate David A. Pickerell '13 described Balderas as a passionate and motivated student who works "exceptionally hard," adding that his dedication to the sciences—cancer research, in particular—would make him a valuable asset.
Act On A Dream dedicates itself to defending undocumented students' rights through online and letter-writing campaigns, as well as campus demonstrations and collaboration with other immigration advocacy groups. As minors, undocumented youth had no say in entering the U.S., and the public has a "skewed" perception of such individuals...
Though opponents of immigration reform argue that such changes would reward families who broke the law by illegally entering the country in the first place, friends and activists have come forward in defense of Balderas in light of his detainment and possible deportation. A Facebook group titled "Keep...
"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."
Caitlin E. Carey '13, a close friend of Balderas, recalled his willingness to come to her aid when she fell ill during finals week in the fall.