Yesterday, I voted against House Republicans and for America.

Instead of working with us, the GOP has passed dangerous unnecessary legislation that would expedite child deportation, restart construction of the pointless border wall, and do nothing to keep families together—this does not reflect our values.

Our country has a long history of immigrants contributing to America for the better, and Republicans have forgotten this.

Here’s my message to my colleagues: It’s well past time to stop pushing xenophobic policies and work with us to create a humane and functional immigration system that works for everyone.