At a time in our history when immigrants are being vilified regardless of their legal status, Manuel Jesus Córdova Soberanes stepped up to become and example for all of us.
As reported here, Córdova, a Mexican bricklayer, on his way to Tuscan, AZ, stopped just fifty miles short of his goal to save an eight-year-old boy. The boy had survived a car crash which ultimately resulted in his mother's death. Even though neither spoke the other's language, Córdova was able to discern that the boy had been in an accident with his mother.
After an unsuccessful attempt to rescue the mother, Córdova built a fire and stayed with the boy until rescuers could arrive.
Córdova was deported.
The boy was treated for minor injuries and reunited with his biological father.
A columnist for Arizona Republic wrote that Córdova was probably nobody special. That's the point. Neither are any of us.
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