Obama Announces Deportation Policy Reform
The Obama administration announced today that it will review the deportation cases of more than 300,000 undocumented immigrants.
Most Asylum Seekers Are Not Cheaters
In the wake of the DSK case, stories of asylum cheats are spreading. But the reality is of honest, desperate people navigating a deeply flawed system.
Diplomas vs. Deportation
Maryland is one of a handful of states helping young undocumented immigrants obtain a college education.
Deporting Mom and Dad
“No child left behind,” Mr. President?
Dragnet Nation
In its quest to take the over-reaching Secure Communities nationwide, the Obama administration is making it mandatory.
White House Cornered by Its Own Immigration Enforcement Record
Faced with a moral call to action, Obama responds with a tired political message.
Driving Immigrants Underground
The worst way to make the immigration debate more constructive and more likely to lead to a rational shift in national policy is to dwell on issues like driver’s licenses.
Illegal Discrimination
Alabama’s new anti-immigration law includes provisions that serve no purpose other than to intimidate undocumented immigrants and discourage them from getting an education.
Development and Migration: The Missing Link
President Obama’s speech in El Paso on May 10 put the immigration debate back on the table. In reaffirming his commitment to comprehensive immigration reform, he attempted to reframe a debate that has been dominated by a focus on security.
A Coming out Party for Jose Antonio Vargas
Jose Antonio Vargas’ announcement of his undocumented immigration status shines light on his entrapment within the system.
Need a Quick and Thoughtless Response to Any Public Policy Issue in Arizona? Blame Immigrants.
Sen. John McCain’s recent statements suggest that he doesn’t want to have a rational debate on immigration policy.
Global Victory for Domestic Workers
The United States should be a leader and ratify the ILO’s historic new convention.
The Sisyphus of Europe?
Turkey has been knocking for 50 years on the door of the European Union. When will Europe act in its own self-interest and open up?
IMF Chief Assaults Woman from Guinea–Again
Strauss-Kahn’s alleged sex attack on an African immigrant is a harrowing metaphor for how the IMF treats the rest of the world.
Mitt Romney’s Mexican Roots
If the nation were to deny the children of immigrants birthright citizenship, as some GOP legislators believe we should, could Mitt be deported?