Jose Antonio Vargas

Jose Antonio Vargas is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and undocumented immigrant from the Philippines. He gained national attention when he revealed his immigration status in a New York Times article in 2011. Vargas has written for prestigious publications such as The Washington Post and The New Yorker, and has been a vocal advocate for immigration reform. He founded the nonprofit media and culture organization Define American to elevate the conversation around immigration and citizenship in America. Vargas continues to be a leading voice in the immigration reform movement, using his platform to raise awareness and advocate for the rights of undocumented immigrants.