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Leader of Immigrants with Disabilities in Los Angeles Living Between Fear and Hope
Published December 07, 2025

Blanca y su esposo Antonio esperan el transporte público en las afueras de un centro de rehabilitación en Los Angeles, CA. Foto: Alejandro Maciel.
Unable to go out and sell goods on the streets to survive, undocumented immigrants who are blind face a double challenge: overcoming the fear of being arrested in a raid and earning a living without risking exposure. Alejandro Maciel spoke with the woman leader of an organization for people with disabilities in Los Angeles and reports on their hopes and fears.
The audio for this news piece is only available in Spanish.
Photo: Alejandro Maciel

