Raul Zamora: Austin student athelete facing deportation after being picked up for broken taillight
When he was just 10 years old, Raul Zamora came to the United States with his family from Mexico. He has grown up here ever since, calling this country his home and doing his best to better himself and his community. Raul, who is now 21 years old, is an Urban Studies Major at the University of Texas in Austin. He has received recognition from Senator Gonzalo Barrientos for outstanding academic achievement in Spanish Literature and composition. Prior to Attending the University of Texas, Raul attended Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas for two years on a Soccer Scholarship.
On November 6th, 2009, however, Raul’s bright future came under attack when he was arrested after being stopped by the University of Texas Police Department for a broken taillight. He was then transferred to ICE, and was put in deportation proceedings. Now, Raul must fight to stay in this country to finish his degree and contribute to his country. Help stop the deportation of Raul who is great Athlete and an outstanding Student.
