Undocumented students wait for DREAM Act to become a reality
Twenty-three-year-old Alejandro Jimenez is an honors student at the University of California, Berkeley. He’s scheduled to graduate in May. “And it’s been worth it,” he says. “It’s been tough, but...
View ArticleAmerican-born children struggle to adapt in rural Guatemalan town
The issues of birthright citizenship, and so-called anchor babies, have a way of flaring tempers. For now, anyway, the children of illegal immigrants born in this country are allowed to live here with...
View ArticleCalifornia may choose "trust" over Secure Communities program
It’s been a busy season for immigration issues. In June, President Obama announced that he would halt the deportations of undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as minors. A week and a...
View ArticleNew immigration initiative inspires undocumented Americans to DREAM
This morning, thousands of young undocumented immigrants became eligible for temporary legal status due to the implementation of President Obama's policy, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, which...
View ArticleToday on Your Call: How will Deferred Action affect the lives of undocumented...
On today's Your Call, we’ll talk about the new program that allows a limited path to employment for immigrant youth. It is being called the “Dream Act, lite.” Is this a step towards more...
View ArticleThe path to college for undocumented students gets a little easier
As the summer comes to a close, young adults are saying goodbye to their hometowns, families, and friends as they move on to higher education. But for those who are undocumented, the path to college is...
View ArticleToday on Your Call: What's the history of immigration policies in the US?
On today's Your Call, it's our Friday media roundtable and we’ll speak with Pilar Marrero, senior political writer for La Opinion about her new book, 'Killing the American Dream: How Anti-Immigration...
View ArticleFraudulent lawyers prey on immigrants
When criminal defendants can’t afford to pay for a lawyer, the court will appoint them one for free. But not all defendants have that right. If you’re» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleVietnamese American author Andrew Lam on his new book "Birds of Paradise Lost"
The immigrant experience is meant to be a smooth one, full of promise. Ideally, people from developing countries come to America for better work,» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleAccess to legal counsel proves challenging for immigrants
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View ArticleYoung immigrants torn between their future and their families
Tucked away in the student center at University of California Berkeley, the Undocumented Student Program is designed to be a national model. It makes» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleGang of Eight's new pathways to citizenship
The hotly anticipated bill to overhaul our nation's immigration system is expected to be presented Tuesday by a bipartisan group of senators. At stake are» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleLabor unions have a big stake in immigration reform
As head of the 800,000-member Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, Maria Elena Durazo is one of the nation’s most powerful union leaders, and a key» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleHow will immigration reform affect California’s economy?
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View ArticleWhat explains the growth of immigration detention centers?
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View ArticleYoung Chinese American rethinks the significance of Portsmouth Square
San Francisco’s Chinatown has interested many tourists over the years. Every day people visit to learn about Chinese American History. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleBay Area Yemenis struggle to boost girls education
Not long ago, I attended a lecture at UC Berkeley’s Boalt Hall, the law school. It was just before sunset and about 100 Yemeni Americans – mostly young men» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleImmigration Stories: Mahmoud Khafagy
Today, Congress reconvened after summer recess. Immigration advocates had hoped that the comprehensive bill the senate passed back in June would be up for» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleIMMIGRATION STORIES: Mahade Wanjihar and Leslie Spillane
Many Californians have come here from somewhere else. In fact, the state has more immigrants than any other in the country. This week, we’re running a» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleIMMIGRATION STORIES: Cynthia Garcia
The Board of Supervisors passed legislation yesterday that could affect undocumented immigrants living in San Francisco. Under the new Due Process for All» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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