Last week, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) released a report detailing a previously unknown US government program that has delayed or denied citizenship to thousands immigrants who are Muslim or perceived to be Muslim. Blacklisted immigrants not only face … Continued
Saturday’s assassination attempt on Congressional Representative Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona is part of a growing trend that began years ago. The candidacy and ultimate election of Barack Obama touched off a deep and sustained political backlash. Politically motivated hate violence … Continued
Much has happened since federal hate crime legislation passed out of the U.S House of Representatives two weeks ago. Last week similar legislation, the Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Prevention Act, was introduced on the floor of the U.S. Senate. The … Continued