Jose Antonio Vargas

Jose Antonio Vargas, an undocumented American, is a journalist, the writer-director of the documentary "Documented," and the founder of Define American, which uses culture to shift the conversation on immigration, citizenship and identity.

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The First Time I Saw Beyoncé She Screwed Up

Her new self-titled visual album exposes the imperfection that first made me love her.

Jose Antonio Vargas 10 years ago

What I'd Say To The Students Who Organized The "Catch An Illegal Immigrant" Event

The “catch an illegal immigrant” event was deeply offensive not only to undocumented immigrants like me, but also to our American citizen relatives, allies, and supporters, because it struck the kind of ignorant, dissonant chord we fight against every day.

Jose Antonio Vargas 10 years ago

Why Undocumented Immigrants Need Driver's Licenses

When you're undocumented, a driver's license is not only a driver's license — it's proof that you exist. And while immigrants and allies wait for Congress to act, some local leaders are stepping up.

Jose Antonio Vargas 10 years ago