Before signing the bill, Quinn called the expulsion an un-American act of discrimination.
Historians say those who were forced out of the country--including some U.S. citizens-- were accused of taking jobs from Americans, and using social services.
Required reading for Illinois students
Mexican discrimination history lesson
October 10, 2009 (CHICAGO) The governor visited Morton East High School to thank the bill's sponsor, democratic state representative Elizabeth Hernandez. She formerly served on his staff.
