Taking the message to Harrisburg
Immigration-reform advocates rally
By Steve Mocarsky smocarsky@timesleader.com
Staff Writer
Sunday, September 2, 2007 12:48 P.M.

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Immigration reform supporters gather on the steps of the state Capitol in Harrisburg to take part in the Voice of the People USA rally.

Video: John Clark speaks at the rally
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Video: State Rep. Daryl Metcalfe speaks at the rally
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Video: Joey Vento, of Geno's Steaks, speaks at the rally
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HARRISBURG – Some were holding signs, banners and American flags. Others were wearing T-shirts with slogans, buttons and even patriotic costumes. They all came to the steps of the state Capitol on Saturday with a common purpose: to make known their opposition to illegal immigration.

The words on the signs and clothing of rally attendees echoed the overall message of many of the scheduled speakers. “Secure our borders; stop illegal immigrants; illegals kill 25 Americans everyday,â€