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A glitzy gala dinner at the top of the Rockefeller Centre with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline is certainly a symbol of the success of many Irish immigrants to America. Among the 40 or so recipients of Morrison Visas in the room, there are many tales to be shared.
Immigration is very unpopular in US politics today - but it wasn't always the case. Back in 1990, Democratic and Republican members of Congress got together to write a landmark Immigration Act - a sweeping reform of the system that opened up multiple pathways to legal immigration.
Immigration was never an easy prospect for the would-be immigrant. And today it is an all but impossible one for all too many dreaming of a new life in America. But there was a time not so long ago when congressional action was able to deliver a safe and legal arrival in America, and much of the credit for that goes to a former member of Congress, Bruce Morrison.
The Morrison Visa Program, enacted under the Immigration Act of 1990, created a specific visa allocation over a three-year period for nationals from countries that were underrepresented in US immigration. A significant portion of these visas (40%) were specifically designated for Irish immigrants from both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
In their latest podcast episode, Dave Byrne of Digital Irish speaks with Elaine Brennan about the Bruce Morrison Legacy Initiative, a project dedicated to preserving these powerful immigration stories and celebrating the lasting impact of Congressman Bruce Morrison’s work.
In their latest podcast, Digital Irish speaks with Feargal O'Sullivan, CEO of USAM Group and a proud Morrison Visa recipient. Feargal’s journey is a masterclass in reinvention, from experimenting with music tech to building systems at the NYSE, and eventually launching a successful sales acceleration firm for fintech startups.