Define American founder Jose Antonio Vargas says shaping storylines on TV is an important role for his organization. "If what we can help do is introduce immigrants as human beings that are complex and nuanced, we have done our job," he says.
The writers of NBC's "Superstore" didn't originally envision Mateo (played by Nico Santos) as an undocumented immigrant. But now the character's immigration status has become a key plot point on the show.
The fifth season of "Superstore" began with Mateo's coworkers holding a vigil after ICE detained him. The character is still undocumented as the show heads into its sixth season.
Define American founder Jose Antonio Vargas says shaping storylines on TV is an important role for his organization. "If what we can help do is introduce immigrants as human beings that are complex and nuanced, we have done our job," he says.
The writers of NBC's "Superstore" didn't originally envision Mateo (played by Nico Santos) as an undocumented immigrant. But now the character's immigration status has become a key plot point on the show.
The fifth season of "Superstore" began with Mateo's coworkers holding a vigil after ICE detained him. The character is still undocumented as the show heads into its sixth season.
