 VOXXI | Illegal immigrant makes history, addresses Democratic convention Los Angeles Times CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It was a short speech, but when Benita Veliz stepped up to the lectern at the Democratic National Convention, she made history. The 27-year-old from San Antonio became the first illegal immigrant to address a national political ... Ride For Justice; Illegal Immigrants Arrested At DNC Protest Voice of the voteless Luis Gutierrez Says Democrats Value 'All Immigrants' In DNC Speech |