# Deputy Dreamer: From Reynosa to the Mississippi Badge

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Podcast: [Pursuit Of Purpose](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pursuit-of-purpose-6736165)
Published: 2026-02-12T18:02:54+00:00
Episode link: https://popmartinsr.podbean.com/e/deputy-dreamer-from-reynosa-to-the-mississippi-badge/
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## Resource

Deputy Edgar Vasquez, known as Deputy Dreamer, shares his journey from Reynosa, Mexico, to serving in the Stone County Sheriff’s Office in Mississippi. He discusses his upbringing, bilingual roots, redneck community influences, and his path as a DACA recipient who chose law enforcement to serve the country he loves.The episode explores challenges he faces—like limits on carrying a firearm under DACA and the long road to permanent residency—his call for legislative solutions, and his deep commitment to patriotism, family, and community service.

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