Supporters of immigration reform gather in Washington calling for change.<br/> <br />Thousands rallied on Wednesday (April 10) to back legislation that could put millions on the path to citizenship.<br/> <br />It came as lawmakers put the final touches to a bill for reform.<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE: (English) U.S. DEMOCRATIC SENATOR FOR NEW JERSEY BOB MENENDEZ SAYING:<br/> <br />"And to stand with my colleagues in the House of Representatives in Congress to say that we will make comprehensive immigration reform a reality this year."<br/> <br />Legislation in the Senate could boost border security and include a way for immigrants to earn citizenship.<br/> <br />Many here say they deserve legal recognition.<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE: (Spanish) DIANA BOTERO OF COLOMBIA SAYING:<br/> <br />"We are not bloodsuckers. We contribute a lot more than many American citizens who do have documents."<br/> <br />An immigration bill could end deportation fears for around 11 million people who live illegally in the United States.
