TESTIMONIALS
1. Fantastic person and role model. The type of person I want to teach my children about sports and life.
—Robert Herbster, Greenwich CT
2. He taught all 3 of my children. His service in our community is invaluable and I feel grateful that my children were part of what he has created in our country.
—Jennifer Madrid, NY
3. Anatolie is irreplaceable. He is an upstanding man and a wonderful teacher to my daughter Gracie.
—Alexander Ioffe, Greenwich CT
4. Anatolie taught both of my children gymnastics and was their first exposure to coaching and physical fitness. He provides an outstanding nurturing and encouraging environment for young children and is clearly an asset to our community and country.
—Rob Colligan, Greenwich CT
5. Anatolie has been a great role model and teacher to all three of my children.
—Cheryl Artabane, Rye Brook NY
6. A wonderful teacher who inspires our children to be the best that they can be!
—Katie Douglass, Cos Cob CT
7. Anatolie is a model of the American dream...all he needs is permission to stay in this country. Like many immigrants, he has more ambition and drive than many current US citizens. He is an inspiration to the people he touches and understands the essence of opportunity and hard work. He is also a fantastic teacher for the children he trains in gymnastics and the runners he competes against on a regular basis in Fairfield County! Please give him permanent resident status!
—Keith Mitchell, Darien CT
8. I have known him through many races I organize and he is the classiest, most polite and fair sportsman I have ever met. I can think of many Americans who are less grateful to be here than Anatolie.
—James Gerwick, editor-at-large, Running Times Magazine
9. Hard worker!
—Nicolea Piperea, co-owner Jack Rabbits Gymnastics, Greenwich CT
10. Great Guy! Legal! Pays Taxes! Contributes!
—John Schwartz, co-owner Jack Rabbits Gymnastics, Greenwich CT
11. Anatolie has been a coach to my 3 kids in gymnastics and soccer for over 4 years. He has held the highest expectations for them and gently yet consistently guided them to reach their own potential. He makes their training fun and effective and is well respected by my kids and my husband and myself alike. He is a contributing member of our community and I would like to see his visa approved.
—Mary Ellen McDivitt, Greenwich CT
12. Anatolie has had a wonderful, positive impact on our two children almost from the time they were born! Jack Rabbits and Anatolie's soccer classes have been weekly events that our children have always looked forward to.
No doubt, countless others have had similar experiences with this kind man. His impact on our community has been far-reaching and nothing but POSITIVE.
—Mark Bryant, Greenwich CT
13. Anatolie is the reason I'm referring so many families to do the gymnastic class. He is inspiring for the kids and grown ups. He is the most passionate and gifted teacher I have ever seen. Please help him help more children to an active and healthy life. We need more teachers like him.
—Jennifer, Greenwich CT
14. Anatolie has coached my children in both soccer and gymnastics. He has unflagging enthusiasm for teaching children and inspires them to enjoy sports. He is a wonderful asset to this community -- please allow him to stay and to inspire more children.
—Hilary Williams, Greenwich CT
15. Anatolie is a remarkable coach and human being. He has played an important role in the development of my son's athletic abilities and self-confidence. It is important to both me personally and my community that he be permitted to remain in this country so that he may continue to serve as a teacher and role model to our children.
—Maureen Vitanza, Cos Cob CT
16. Anatolie is an important part of our community!!!
—Karen Root, Greenwich CT
17. Anatolie Vartosu has been an exceptional soccer and gymnastics coach for our 2 sons. He is an outstanding contributor to the Jack Rabbits and Children's soccer program at the Round Hill Community Center in Greenwich CT.
—Miranda Hussar, New Canaan CT
18. Loved as a coach by my children. A real asset to the Greenwich community.
—Serena Bechtel, Greenwich CT
19. An unusually gifted teacher, and an inspired athlete.
—Christopher Kabala, New York NY
20. A true gentleman; peaceful and grateful to be in our country and a tireless worker. Additionally, a gifted athlete who has helped hundreds of children and positively touched the lives of many people here. Sending him out of the country accomplishes nothing and severs friends and family.
—Martin Schaivone, Stratford CT
21. Be a part of this great chance to set things right and secure U.S. Permanent Residency for Anatolie, on behalf of the THOUSANDS of children who look up to him as an important mentor and beloved teacher, their parents, the communities of Fairfield County, Connecticut; Westchester County, New York (and beyond) and all who have/will have the honor of knowing this exceptional individual.
—Matthew Cross, Stamford CT
22. A great person and a good cause in the name of all those who cherish truth, justice and freedom.
—Diana Doroftei, Stamford CT
23. Anatolie has a unique skill set that enhances physical ability as well as instills self-esteem and self-confidence in children. I hope he is granted the status of resident alien so he can continue his crucial role as children’s mentor in our community for many years to come.
—Sotir Dodi, Windsor CT
24. Anatolie is an invaluable asset to our community and an irreplaceable person in our children’s lives; he is a wonderful and caring educator as well as a fantastic motivator who has been instrumental in the physical and emotional development of our children.
—Adina Zaeske
25. Anatolie is a positive influence in the lives of all the children he works with. Our children look forward to taking his gym classes and he is SOOO incredibly good with all children. It is not in the best interest of the USA to send him back to Romania.
—Joanne Zemberi, Scarsdale NY
26. Anatolie is a hardworking, kind and responsible person who makes a great contribution to this country.
—Lauren Arnold, Greenwich CT
27. Anatolie Vartosu worked with my special-needs son (now 4) for 2 years -- he was exceptional in his understanding, patience and practice, allowing my son to safely excel in his class.
—Carol Siege, Armonk NY
28. When I grow up, I would like to be like him: kindhearted, altruistic, charitable, compassionate, understanding, courteous, loving, a very rare, good human being.
—Adrian Dan, New Rochelle NY
29. Anatolie is a valued and valuable member of our community. He is a respected and inspirational teacher, coach and friend. Please make sure that he stays a part of this community as he surely belongs here - just ask his students. Each and every one adores him, as do their parents.
—Brian Butler, Rye Brook NY
30. I've seen first hand how impressive Anatolie is with the children he trains. He has skills needed for the U.S. to upgrade its gymnastics programs.
—James Schwartz, Alexandria VA
31. Anatolie is an outstanding human being. He continues to be a role model and an inspiration to many within the community. We need to keep Anatolie and his family here.
—Bob Hermesch, Croton on Hudson NY
32. Anatolie is a valued member of this community. He is an inspiring teacher and role model to our children. Please extend permanent residency to Mr. Vartosu so that he can continue to contribute and make a difference in Greenwich.
—Melissa Raezer, Greenwich CT
33. Anatolie is one of the finest people I have ever met. His tremendous skills as a teacher and coach to children aside, he is without doubt an asset to this country. Please let him stay, he will be missed by so many.
—Philip Coleman, Greenwich CT
34. Anatolie is an extraordinarily amazing, generous man that has made tremendous contributions to our society and has touched thousands of individual lives.
—Emily Kane, Chicago IL
35. Terrific coach, outstanding gymnastics skills and ability to work with children, genuinely passionate about coaching sports to kids, wonderful guy.
—Margaret Callahan, Greenwich CT
36. Anatolie is an upstanding and outstanding integral part of our community, let's keep him here. He actively supports the causes of charity and civic virtue. He is a public figure and an inspiration.
—Timothy Milenkevich, Ansonia CT
37. When our country was founded, it was done with the very intention of having those that come here integrate themselves into our society and become productive members of it. Anatolie Vartosu has played by the rules of our country, pursued and attained success. Why punish those that obey the law and enrich our country? Let him stay.
—Tegan Booth, Portland ME
38. Anatolie is a wonderful member of our community and forcing him out of the country would affect many people for the worse. I don't understand what our criteria for residency are if a man like Anatolie is denied this status - he is exactly the type of person that the US should be actively recruiting.
Eileen Kim, CT
39. Anatolie is a wonderful, warm person with a passion for teaching children and helping them learn and grow. He is an asset to the United States and the world, and, after having diligently followed all the proper procedures, should be granted permanent residency here.
—Jonathan Reiss, Stamford CT
40. I was recently introduced to Anatolie and his wife by a co-owner of Jack Rabbits Gym. It was at a recent 5-mile community cross-country race and while Anatolie’s performance in the race was impressive (he won), what I found more impressive was the support and attention he gave to the finishers of the 1-mile race that preceded ours. The vast majority of the finishers were children from the community and Anatolie seemed to know many of them. I stood next to Anatolie at the finish line as he welcomed them in and congratulated them. What I observed was a compassionate and caring individual who praises the efforts and achievements of others while setting an example of excellence and sportsmanship by his actions and deeds. It is obvious to me that Anatolie is an asset to the community and is a positive influence on the lives of the people he’s touched including my own.
—Michael Rioux, Cincinnati OH
41. This country is the finest because is home to the finest. I know very well Anatolie and Maria: they are outstanding in everything they do. Honest, hardworking, passionate, open minded and hearted, they won every parent’s respect and every child’s love. They are truly among the finest and have earned the moral right to be residents of this country.
—Radu Masala, Port Chester NY
42. Anatolie is a great friend, husband, father, and last but not least, human being. He inspires and touches people's lives. It would be a great loss to this country and community if he were to leave.
—Christian Tudorof, Stamford CT
43. I have known Anatolie for years. He is a remarkable person who has dedicated his life to sport and helping his community. He has helped shape numerous children lives and is a highly regarded professional. I hope his situation will be positively resolved as he is an invaluable asset for his community.
—Ben Daici, Leonia NJ
44. Amazing human being, the nicest, hard working individual you’ll ever meet!
America can’t afford to lose someone like him! If he’s not able to stay here, then 99% of the US current population should also be deported!
—Robert Salinovici, Pittsfield MA
45. The coaching of young gymnasts requires the highest qualification. There is no such thing as "over-qualified" when it applies to this occupation.
—Arthur and Elaine Schwartz, Sunnyvale CA
46. A GREAT man, a GREAT sportsman, a GREAT coach, a loving husband… he is GREAT in everything he is doing. Wake up America! You are about to lose an invaluable asset.
—Mihail Alexandru, Trumbull CT
47. Anatolie is a wonderful teacher and the children love him. It would be a great loss for our community if he is denied residency.
—Heidi Presser, Riverside CT
48. Anatolie is an outstanding teacher, respected by children and parents alike. Denying his petition would be a great loss to our community, as well as heartbreaking to all the children in town who look forward to their classes with him each week.
—Eileen Tang, Greenwich CT
Matthew Cross/Americans For Anatolie ~ 203-322-1456 • email: crosstrain@aol.com
Anatolie Vartosu ~ 203-273-6351 • email: anatolvartosu@yahoo.com