06/18/2026
In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, the Thomas Crane Public Library was honored to host Attorney Antonio Massa Viana, the first known undocumented attorney admitted to the Massachusetts Bar, with his talk, "Restoring the Promise: A discussion about Immigration, Democracy and a Path Forward" last week!
"Restoring the Promise" is a nonpartisan, community-based discussion that invites individuals from all walks of life to come together and reflect on how immigration shapes — and is shaped by — the values of American democracy. Led by attorney Antonio Massa Viana, this program opens a thoughtful conversation about how current immigration practices intersect with fundamental constitutional principles, such as due process, equal treatment under the law, and the balance of powers. Rather than focusing on politics or partisanship, "Restoring the Promise" focuses on shared ideals: fairness, accountability, and the belief that the strength of our democracy depends on how we treat every person under its protection. Through real-life stories, legal insights, and historical analysis, this program explores topics like constitutional rights, legal protections, civil rights, and due process.
