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"Mistakes are always forgivable if one has the courage to admit them" -Bruce Lee
As most of you may know, I was deported from the only home I've ever known, the U.S. almost 5 years ago. The reason behind my deportation was due to the battle I was so inevitably losing to drugs. Though deportation saved my life, and I do feel that the punishment was deserved, I do not, however, feel the extremism of the punishment is just. I have been permanently banned from ever entering the United States. I can never go home to my old bedroom, I can never visit my nephew and cuddle with him on the couch in his home, I can never see my siblings at my own free will, I can't ever sit at my old kitchen counter while my mom cooks my favorite meal, and I am continually missing out on special moments with everyone I love in Arizona. I set up this petition in hopes that it will get me a pardon to be given the chance to experience once again everything I just listed and more. I just want the ability to visit. I know what rock bottom feels like and it is, in fact, the solid foundation on which i rebuilt myself. I am married, I have a career, I am building a home and a life and a family here in Canada, but there is inevitably a huge void in my heart due to this punishment. Please help me gain as many signatures as possible so I can have some support in my efforts to obtaining some freedom back. It would mean the absolute world to my family and I, thank you from the bottom of my heart!
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The way I see it, a recovered addict should be given respect. To be able to dig yourself out of a hole that at times seems insurmountable is something most people would not be able to do. Yes, there were bad decisions made to get to that point but sometimes you need to hit rock bottom before you find yourself. When someone is able to dig themselves out to become not only a productive member of society but an asset, they deserve a second chance. Please consider and grant her the ability to be back with the family and friends she loves and needs.
My wife isn't the same person she was when she was deported. She got sober, went to school, started a career, and got married. She wants nothing more than to be able to visit her family that still lives in AZ. See the home she grew up in, spend time with her nephew, and see her dogs one last time. I hope one day she is allowed to visit. I would love to show our future kids the place their mom grew up at.
Renee made a mistake that most young adolescents make. She is a completely different person now with a good head on her shoulders. I think she deserves another chance to come visit and be with family and friends she grew up with. And not have it all taken away from her for forever over a mistake in her past
I've know Renee for a long time, and if anyone is deserving of forgiveness, it's her. She continuously goes out of her way to help and uplift other people, while promoting healthy lifestyles and habits. She is a genuine and loving person, and she absolutely deserves to be given another chance.
Everybody makes mistakes. I dont of anyone who asks to be an addict. She has conquered her addiction, grown into a law abiding dutiful citizen. She grew up here, I'm all for supporting her desire to come back and visit a place of good memories before there were bad memories. Good behavior and good choices should mean something, there is reward in doing what's right, I hope she is rewarded with a chance to come back. Good luck Renee!
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I knew renee back in junior high! Just like junior high, we all have to grow up! Rennee seems to have grown into a beautiful, strong and family driven women! We do not all start out on the right path but i feel she has been pushed onto a great path with nothing but success ahead of her! So i vote with my signature that she is given the CHANCE to atleasr visit so there is something to keep working towards.
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
"Mistakes are always forgivable if one has the courage to admit them" -Bruce Lee
As most of you may know, I was deported from the only home I've ever known, the U.S. almost 5 years ago. The reason behind my deportation was due to the battle I was so inevitably losing to drugs. Though deportation saved my life, and I do feel that the punishment was deserved, I do not, however, feel the extremism of the punishment is just. I have been permanently banned from ever entering the United States. I can never go home to my old bedroom, I can never visit my nephew and cuddle with him on the couch in his home, I can never see my siblings at my own free will, I can't ever sit at my old kitchen counter while my mom cooks my favorite meal, and I am continually missing out on special moments with everyone I love in Arizona. I set up this petition in hopes that it will get me a pardon to be given the chance to experience once again everything I just listed and more. I just want the ability to visit. I know what rock bottom feels like and it is, in fact, the solid foundation on which i rebuilt myself. I am married, I have a career, I am building a home and a life and a family here in Canada, but there is inevitably a huge void in my heart due to this punishment. Please help me gain as many signatures as possible so I can have some support in my efforts to obtaining some freedom back. It would mean the absolute world to my family and I, thank you from the bottom of my heart!
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When it comes to drug addiction, all bets are off. Every single recovered drug addict I know is incredible; with morals, values, and big hearts. Drug addiction takes these things from people, but if there is one thing I know from being a recovered drug addict it is this: Thank God I got a second chance. If it weren't for forgiveness I wouldn't be where I am today with the beautiful relationships I have. If it weren't for forgiveness my absolutely amazing, kind, giving fiancee would be sitting in a prison cell instead of helping countless other young men recover from the disease of addiction/alcoholism. I think the word permanent is a bit harsh, and in this life, nothing is permanent, including this young woman's prior addiction. Let's help her continue to thrive.
The way I see it, a recovered addict should be given respect. To be able to dig yourself out of a hole that at times seems insurmountable is something most people would not be able to do. Yes, there were bad decisions made to get to that point but sometimes you need to hit rock bottom before you find yourself. When someone is able to dig themselves out to become not only a productive member of society but an asset, they deserve a second chance. Please consider and grant her the ability to be back with the family and friends she loves and needs.
My wife isn't the same person she was when she was deported. She got sober, went to school, started a career, and got married. She wants nothing more than to be able to visit her family that still lives in AZ. See the home she grew up in, spend time with her nephew, and see her dogs one last time. I hope one day she is allowed to visit. I would love to show our future kids the place their mom grew up at.
Renee made a mistake that most young adolescents make. She is a completely different person now with a good head on her shoulders. I think she deserves another chance to come visit and be with family and friends she grew up with. And not have it all taken away from her for forever over a mistake in her past
I've know Renee for a long time, and if anyone is deserving of forgiveness, it's her. She continuously goes out of her way to help and uplift other people, while promoting healthy lifestyles and habits. She is a genuine and loving person, and she absolutely deserves to be given another chance.
Everybody makes mistakes. I dont of anyone who asks to be an addict. She has conquered her addiction, grown into a law abiding dutiful citizen. She grew up here, I'm all for supporting her desire to come back and visit a place of good memories before there were bad memories. Good behavior and good choices should mean something, there is reward in doing what's right, I hope she is rewarded with a chance to come back. Good luck Renee!
Bring her back!
I knew renee back in junior high! Just like junior high, we all have to grow up! Rennee seems to have grown into a beautiful, strong and family driven women! We do not all start out on the right path but i feel she has been pushed onto a great path with nothing but success ahead of her! So i vote with my signature that she is given the CHANCE to atleasr visit so there is something to keep working towards.
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When it comes to drug addiction, all bets are off. Every single recovered drug addict I know is incredible; with morals, values, and big hearts. Drug addiction takes these things from people, but if there is one thing I know from being a recovered drug addict it is this: Thank God I got a second chance. If it weren't for forgiveness I wouldn't be where I am today with the beautiful relationships I have. If it weren't for forgiveness my absolutely amazing, kind, giving fiancee would be sitting in a prison cell instead of helping countless other young men recover from the disease of addiction/alcoholism. I think the word permanent is a bit harsh, and in this life, nothing is permanent, including this young woman's prior addiction. Let's help her continue to thrive.