Over the weekend President Obama announced that he would make national immigration reform a priority if he is elected for a second term. “I can promise that I will try to do it in the first year of my second … Continued
Citizenship
Immigration
Editor’s note: DREAM passes House, deals blow to the anti-immigrant movement
The fight for the DREAM Act not only proved that American opportunity is alive, but that forces for hate can be pushed back - no matter how powerful. During a journey that spanned several years, the DREAM Act brought out … Continued
Immigration
Lady Liberty and the Dream Act
Call your Senators (202.224.3121) and say, “Vote for the Dream Act!” Why? The time is now! Please listen to the following message from Lady Liberty:
Immigration
Indigenous Peoples Take a Stand Against Senate Bill 1070
86 years after the Indian Citizenship Act, indigenous communities are challenging the notion of what it is to be a U.S. citizen. In June of 1924 the U.S. Congress passed the Indian Citizenship Act. Controversial for its time, the Act … Continued
Politics
Cross-post: Arizona law backers overwhelmingly support path to citizenship
By Sahil Kapur from The Raw Story If you believe the popularity of Arizona’s tough crackdown on immigration reflect growing anti-immigrant wave, think again. Supporters of the measure are even more likely than its opponents to favor a comprehensive immigration … Continued
Politics
Date SB1070 Goes Into Effect Significant
Do you know where you will be July 28, 2010? Of course that is the date that S. B. 1070 is due to take effect in Arizona. This is a date of significance in history. On this date in 1868 … Continued
Immigration
Neighbor Turns Ugly When American Dream Disappears
Buying a home can be a ticket out of poverty. It can symbolize a shift from the poor camp to the middle class. Owning a house can represent a sense of financial security and mobility for many families and their … Continued
Immigration
Casting My Vote
This past Tuesday, November 4th, I was one of hundreds of thousands of new naturalized immigrant voters. Prior to the election I made sure to conduct thorough research of local issues and candidates’ backgrounds, knowing that I am not only … Continued