New York Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz examining a decorative banner at her office in Corona, Queens. Although now a citizen, Ms. Cruz grew up undocumented. She said this has informed many of her policy decisions.

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New York Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz examining a decorative banner at her office in Corona, Queens. Although now a citizen, Ms. Cruz grew up undocumented. She said this has informed many of her policy decisions.