By: Daisy G.
Early morning of December 27, 2011, a young man named José was driving to his fiancé Israyh's house when suddenly a car crashed into him from behind, which changed his life in an instant.
He was about to begin community college in a few days, marry his fiancé and start a family leading a normal life. But his dreams were all shattered by a little accident.
He was detained in Calhoun County Jail for about two months simply because he has no legal documents.
January 11, 2012, José's court day finally arrived. His choices were limited, either pay a really high bail bill or do voluntary leave. The choice was clear. He chose voluntary leave knowing it was the best to do.
When the day came for his leave, you could see the fear in his eyes. He was being sent back to a place he didn't remember. To a place where his heart, mind and body did not recall. He wasn't being sent back home, but to an unknown destination. It was cruel and somewhat unfair.
They took the freedom of an innocent young man. Even though he knew he would not have a bright future, he would pull out somehow, leading a better life than most undocumented people.
Children of all ages, from the early months to the age of 15, come to this nation, without a choice, to learn and get a better education. But many are taken from their families at their most crucial moments.
This nation needs to chill out.
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