CITIZENSHIP FOR ALL
NO HUMAN BEING IS ILLEGAL
A NEW CITIZENSHIP STANDARD
NO HUMAN BEING IS ILLEGAL
No one is illegal; this style of language is harmful, dehumanizing, and counter to what makes a better America possible. History teaches us that we are all immigrants, living on land stolen from the First Americans.
THE AMERICAN DREAM ACT
A NEW CITIZENSHIP STANDARD
NO HUMAN BEING IS ILLEGAL
Ricky believes that we can comprehensively reform America's broken immigration system for the better through the passage of THE AMERICAN DREAM ACT. Enough is enough; it's time to make sense of immigration again.
A NEW CITIZENSHIP STANDARD
A NEW CITIZENSHIP STANDARD
A NEW CITIZENSHIP STANDARD
Ricky believes that, upon passage of THE AMERICAN DREAM ACT, the United States will finally simplify and better facilitate its citizenship process once and for all, a single signature forever changing millions of lives.
NO HUMAN BEING IS ILLEGAL
WE ARE ALL REFUGEES & IMMIGRANTS
WE ARE ALL REFUGEES & IMMIGRANTS
WE ARE ALL REFUGEES & IMMIGRANTS
No one is illegal on stolen land.
Ricky holds an unwavering belief that no human being can be illegal. Such language is dehumanizing and fosters harmful divisions in society. It’s time we shift away from this rhetoric and adopt a more humane, constructive approach.
Ricky envisions an America with a fair and compassionate immigration system, grounded in the enduring hospitality of this land’s first and true inhabitants: the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas. They were here long before Europeans arrived, and if any group has an intrinsic claim to this land, it is them. America’s laws should serve to uplift human rights, not diminish our shared humanity.
We must not forget the foundations upon which this nation was built—a history intertwined with the suffering of Indigenous peoples, Africans, and countless immigrants. Settlers fleeing persecution themselves were granted a place here, yet those who followed were complicit in displacing the very people who welcomed them. It’s a history we should acknowledge and learn from.
In reality, America is a country of refugees and immigrants, with a rich diversity of backgrounds, languages, and beliefs. We all have ties to migration—whether through our own lives or our ancestors’ journeys.
With this understanding, Ricky firmly supports granting immediate permanent resident status to undocumented individuals living in the U.S., provided they have no violent criminal record. It’s time for our immigration policies to reflect both compassion and respect for the inherent dignity of every person who calls this land home.
A MORE HUMANE IMMIGRATION SYSTEM
WE ARE ALL REFUGEES & IMMIGRANTS
WE ARE ALL REFUGEES & IMMIGRANTS
Ricky believes that human rights must be the foundation of all border and immigration policies. Refugees should be greeted with open arms in the United States—not treated as threats or intruders. Achieving this begins with dismantling the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and undertaking a comprehensive overhaul of our immigration services to prioritize dignity, respect, and compassion.
In Ricky’s America, those fleeing oppression are welcomed, not turned away. For those who profess a belief in God יַהְוֶה الله, these values are intrinsic. Welcoming the stranger is a sacred charge, one America must uphold.
Ricky’s vision is of an America that builds bridges to welcome those seeking a better life, not walls to shut them out. If we claim to be a beacon of freedom, we cannot perpetuate double standards. Every time we deny refuge to the innocent, we reinforce a global image of hypocrisy.
To those who oppose refugee resettlement, Ricky has a clear message: if you truly want to reduce refugee flows to America, stop supporting the candidates and policies that fuel the very conflicts and economic turmoil forcing people from their homes.
And let it be known: forcing families to choose between staying in the country and being separated from their children, or leaving with them, is inhumane and unconscionable. These policies are not just unethical—they’re a violation of human rights. It’s time for us to live up to our highest ideals.
THE AMERICAN DREAM ACT
The U.S. immigration system is broken, and both liberals and conservatives are to blame for inaction. Too much time has passed without immigration reform.
Ricky believes we will, at last, comprehensively address our immigration crisis through the passage of THE AMERICAN DREAM ACT, which will accomplish the following:
ESTABLISH
- The Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization Services (BINS) under a re-envisioned U.S. Department of the Interior, dedicated to modernizing and streamlining immigration processes for today’s America.
- A Refugee and Migrant Integration Program focused on successful integration, featuring job training, reciprocal recognition of foreign skills, mandatory English-language courses, a migrant identification system paired with Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs), and guaranteed legal representation for all asylum applicants.
- A Conditional Residency Program for undocumented individuals and immediate family members who entered the U.S. as minors (before 18), recognizing the unique challenges they face.
- A Fair Good Moral Character Standard tailored for DREAM candidates to ensure fair, reasonable paths toward naturalization.
- A Modernized Guest Worker Visa Program to align revenue from guest worker incomes with robust protections, including special safeguards for victims of human trafficking.
- A Realistic Path to Citizenship—a seven-year journey, or five years for immigrant students who complete an accredited four-year degree or qualifying vocational program—offering stability and respect for contributing members of society.
- The U.S. Court of Foreign and Immigration Affairs (USCFIA) to effectively address immigration-related legal matters with efficiency and fairness.
ABOLISH
- Cold War-era Restrictions that deny entry based on outdated affiliations—such as prior Communist Party membership—that no longer reflect today’s world and needlessly block skilled, motivated migrants.
- Family Separation and Private Detention Centers along the U.S.-Mexico border, ensuring families are kept together and treated with dignity throughout their migration process.
- The Points-based Entry System, to prioritize genuine cases of refuge and asylum, especially for those fleeing severe dangers, including human trafficking, exploitation, and abuse.
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), redistributing its critical public security responsibilities to the National Security Agency (NSA) within the Department of Defense (DOD) to enhance focus and efficacy.
- The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), transferring immigration functions to the newly-created Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization Services (BINS) within the Department of the Interior. This restructure will enable a humane, efficient, and values-driven approach to immigration.
DECRIMINALIZE
- Border Crossings for asylum seekers, ensuring that those arriving in search of safety are met with adequate legal representation and a fair hearing before an immigration judge. Seeking refuge should not be treated as a crime but as a basic human right.
- Recreational Cannabis Use by Immigrants, aligning immigrant rights with state laws where recreational use is already legalized. Immigrants should not face undue risk or barriers to citizenship over non-violent, legalized activities.
These changes acknowledge the reality of migration and our evolving societal norms, promoting compassion, fairness, and consistency across immigration and criminal justice policies.
A NEW CITIZENSHIP STANDARD
THE AMERICAN DREAM ACT, upon its passage and subsequent enactment, will simplify the citizenship process for all those seeking a new life as a citizen of the United States of America.
BIRTHRIGHT ELIGIBILITY
- Jus Soli: Anyone born within U.S. territory, U.S.-controlled lands, or in transit to the U.S. (e.g., on U.S. Armed Forces bases, U.S. embassies, or flights bound for the U.S.) will be recognized as a citizen by birth.
- Jus Sanguinis: The biological child of a U.S. citizen born abroad is eligible, provided the child’s birth is registered with a U.S. embassy within five years.
NATURALIZATION ELIGIBILITY
- Academic Pathway: Open to students enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution for at least four years, with a diploma requirement. Reduced to two years for graduate students or minors with a high school diploma or GED.
- Discovery Pathway: Citizenship granted to children under seven found on U.S. soil, even if reunited with foreign biological parents.
- Economic Pathway: Residents living legally in the U.S., paying taxes, and abiding by the law for five years are eligible. Significant U.S.-based investments over $1 million that spur job growth may also qualify.
- Heritage/Descent Pathway: Eligible if descended from or adopted by a U.S. citizen before the age of 18.
- Honorary Citizenship: May be granted by Congress or Presidential Proclamation for exceptional contributions.
- Marriage Pathway: Granted to those married to a U.S. citizen for three or more years, regardless of physical presence in the U.S. if marriage is registered at a U.S. embassy.
- Military Service Pathway: Citizenship available to those completing at least one tour in the U.S. Armed Forces, with a requirement for an honorable discharge.