Immigrant's Success Creates Abundant Opportunities for Many Others

VOAVideo: Immigrant's Success Creates Abundant Opportunities for Many Others


America is often called "The Land of Opportunity." And in 2011 alone, more than a million immigrants became permanent residents on the path to citizenship. Many come to the U.S. to escape hardships where they live, and some to give their children better opportunities. But for those with an entrepreneurial spirit, the United States sometimes helps them realize their dreams. And when that happens, it can change other people's lives as well. Arash Arabasadi of VOA's Persian News Network has one example.