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What Houston can teach US cities about immigrant rights | Cornell Chronicle

Houston's demographic shifts offer vital lessons for advancing immigrant rights in cities resistant to change.

Three Events That Reflect the Best Silicon Valley Has to Offer

The Metro's Best of Silicon Valley highlights arts and humanities events, including conversations on undocumented immigrant rights.
#trump-administration

Trump's Mass Deportation Plans Send Private Prison Stocks Soaring

Trump's promise to deport millions has led to a surge in private prison stock values, emphasizing profit motives in immigration enforcement.
from www.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

With Trump's win, Bay Area immigrant rights organizations prepare for another long fight

The meeting highlighted immigrant concerns and fears over proposed mass deportation plans during Trump's second term.
from The Oaklandside
6 days ago

With Trump's win, Oakland and SF immigrant rights organizations prepare for another long fight

Immigrant communities are organizing to prepare for challenges posed by new political environments, focusing on rights and community support.

Trump's Mass Deportation Plans Send Private Prison Stocks Soaring

Trump's promise to deport millions has led to a surge in private prison stock values, emphasizing profit motives in immigration enforcement.

With Trump's win, Bay Area immigrant rights organizations prepare for another long fight

The meeting highlighted immigrant concerns and fears over proposed mass deportation plans during Trump's second term.

With Trump's win, Oakland and SF immigrant rights organizations prepare for another long fight

Immigrant communities are organizing to prepare for challenges posed by new political environments, focusing on rights and community support.
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Queens pols vow to stand up to Trump Administration policies

Queens will resist any second Trump presidency initiatives threatening immigrant rights and women's autonomy.
#noncitizen-voting

After two years of waiting, noncitizen parents still can't vote in Oakland school board elections

Noncitizen parents in Oakland can legally vote in school board elections, but the registration process is still unavailable, causing disenfranchisement.

A Maryland city has let noncitizens vote in local elections for 30 years. How has it worked so far? - Poynter

Noncitizen voting in Takoma Park has not led to increased participation among immigrants due to fears around immigration status.

After two years of waiting, noncitizen parents still can't vote in Oakland school board elections

Noncitizen parents in Oakland can legally vote in school board elections, but the registration process is still unavailable, causing disenfranchisement.

A Maryland city has let noncitizens vote in local elections for 30 years. How has it worked so far? - Poynter

Noncitizen voting in Takoma Park has not led to increased participation among immigrants due to fears around immigration status.
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War on Roosevelt Avenue: Sex workers push back as NYPD, City Hall cracks down on prostitution and illegal vendors in Queens | amNewYork

The city is intensifying efforts to tackle illegal businesses, particularly prostitution, along Roosevelt Avenue, leading to mixed reactions from residents and advocates.

Bring your pets to church, Haitian immigrant priest in N.H. tells worshippers. 'I am not going to eat them.'

The annual Blessing of the Animals transformed into an act of resistance against harmful stereotypes about Haitians, promoting community and acceptance.

Marjorie Taylor Greene rages at FEMA for helping trans women: "They hate Christians" - LGBTQ Nation

FEMA's concern for the safety of immigrant trans women during disaster response has sparked political outrage from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.

S.F. Public Defender's office blasts DA, demands she stop working with feds to deport immigrants

The San Francisco Public Defender's Office demands an end to DA's collusion with federal agents for immigrant arrests tied to drug crimes.

Election 2024: Educator turned advocate runs for San Jose D2 seat - San Jose Spotlight

Pamela Campos is an immigrant rights advocate running for San Jose City Council, emphasizing the need for increased teacher pay and immigrant support.
#immigration
from english.elpais.com
2 months ago
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I feel very sorry that there are people in my country who show their hatred towards my family this way'

Guadalupe Gutierrez, a Mexican immigrant, saw her hopes for legal residency rise and fall with President Biden's new immigration program, now suspended by a federal judge.

Governor Newsom Takes Cue From Biden in Backtracking on Immigration Policy

California's historical support for immigrants is at risk due to budget revisions impacting immigration legal services.

Biden unveils plan allowing hundreds of thousands to gain US citizenship

Biden announced a large immigration regularisation program, benefiting over 500,000 spouses of US citizens and around 50,000 noncitizen children.

I feel very sorry that there are people in my country who show their hatred towards my family this way'

Guadalupe Gutierrez, a Mexican immigrant, saw her hopes for legal residency rise and fall with President Biden's new immigration program, now suspended by a federal judge.

Governor Newsom Takes Cue From Biden in Backtracking on Immigration Policy

California's historical support for immigrants is at risk due to budget revisions impacting immigration legal services.

Biden unveils plan allowing hundreds of thousands to gain US citizenship

Biden announced a large immigration regularisation program, benefiting over 500,000 spouses of US citizens and around 50,000 noncitizen children.
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Migrant advocates demand revision of Saugus school admission policy

Saugus School Committee's admission policy is criticized for violating constitutional rights of immigrant families.
The policy enforces strict residency requirements and penalties for non-compliance.
Massachusetts' ongoing migrant crisis complicates educational access for new families.

UK: Huge anti-racism protests follow violent unrest DW 08/08/2024

Thousands counter anti-immigration rallies in UK with pro-immigrant demonstrations.

Local Radio Host Reaches International Audience at the Olympics | KQED

Brad Jay covers the Olympics for international broadcast and hosts a classic rock show in Santa Barbara, showcasing versatility in his career.

What is Kamala Harris' record on immigration? She has a willingness to adapt, advocates say

Immigration issues pose a significant challenge for VP Kamala Harris due to GOP criticism and her evolving views.

France is proud of its secularism. But struggles grow in this approach to faith, school, integration

France's approach to secularism is stirring controversy by banning visible signs of faith in public spaces, impacting the integration of its Muslim population.

Latino Advocacy Groups Call Trump's Deportation Plans a Danger to Democracy

Latino and immigrant rights' leaders criticize Trump's immigration proposals, express concerns over constitutional overreach and threat to democracy.

Peter Schey, longtime Los Angeles champion of immigrant rights, dead at 77

Peter Schey dedicated his career to championing immigrant rights, including access to public services and education.
He founded organizations and led landmark cases that set important legal precedents for immigrant rights and protection.

Texas Senate Bill 4: What you need to know about the SB4 anti-immigration' law

Texas Senate Bill 4 (SB4) allows state officials in Texas to arrest and deport migrants, but faces objections from the Biden administration due to federal authority on immigration enforcement.
SB4 includes provisions criminalizing illegal entry, allowing arbitrary detention of suspected illegal immigrants, and granting authority to deport individuals to Mexico under certain conditions, among other measures.

Haitian Asylum Seekers Take the Biden Administration to Court

Lawsuit accuses Biden administration of racial discrimination against Haitian asylum seekers
Advocates seek accountability and systematic change in receiving asylum seekers in the U.S.

Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Greg Abbott Promises to Fight Fed Removal of Texas Razor Wire on Border

Razor wire barriers are not effective deterrents to stemming migration
The Supreme Court has reversed a lower court's injunction on removing razor wire barriers

Noncitizens banned from voting in federal elections but not some local races

Immigrants like Marcela Rosas in Santa Ana seek the right to vote for better representation and impact on community issues.

Immigrant Rights Advocate Silky Shah: Debate Rhetoric Was "Terrifying to See"

The CNN debate showcased a concerning anti-immigrant stance from both candidates, reflecting a broader shift towards harsh immigration policies.
#immigration-policy
from www.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Biden Granted Protections for Undocumented Spouses

President Biden announced new protections for undocumented immigrants married to American citizens, benefiting around 500,000 individuals.
from time.com
4 months ago

Half a Million Undocumented Immigrants Could Eventually Get U.S. Citizenship Under New Biden Plan

President Biden introduces a program to allow certain immigrant spouses of U.S. citizens without legal status to apply for permanent residency and citizenship, affecting potentially hundreds of thousands of immigrants.

Biden Granted Protections for Undocumented Spouses

President Biden announced new protections for undocumented immigrants married to American citizens, benefiting around 500,000 individuals.

Half a Million Undocumented Immigrants Could Eventually Get U.S. Citizenship Under New Biden Plan

President Biden introduces a program to allow certain immigrant spouses of U.S. citizens without legal status to apply for permanent residency and citizenship, affecting potentially hundreds of thousands of immigrants.
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