The August 15 start date for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to begin accepting DREAMer requests for deferred action is fast approaching.  While many supporters and advocates are putting all hands on deck in order to help DREAMers fill out their paperwork and avoid scammers, others are still insisting that allowing... Continue »
Dos de los integrantes de un grupo de estudiantes indocumentados infiltrados en una cárcel de inmigración de Florida, algunos de ellos de Carolina del Norte, volvieron a ser arrestados en un acto de desobediencia civil por continuar exigiendo la liberación de otros soñadores. Continue »
Today was the launch of United We DREAM’s (UWD) national “We Own the DREAM/¡Unete Al Sueño!” campaign. UWD, along with national allies, held a press conference at the American Immigration Lawyers Association to discuss the new guidelines for deferred action and to assist eligible aspiring citizens with the application process.... Continue »
Today, a conservative group released a new Spanish-language ad targeting Latino voters in Nevada and blasting President Obama as “Deporter-in-Chief” — referring to the President’s immigration enforcement record.  The group behind the ad, Nevada Hispanics, is associated with the conservative and pro-Republican organizations American Principles in Action and the... Continue »
Frank Sharry Reacts to New Ad Targeting Nevada Latino Voters Today, a conservative group released a new Spanish-language ad targeting Latinos in Nevada and blasting President Obama as “Deporter-in-Chief” in reference to the President’s immigration enforcement record.  The group behind the ad, Nevada Hispanics, is associated with the conservative... Continue »
Al anunciarse finalmente las regulaciones del proceso que permitirá que hasta 1.4 millones de Soñadores o DREAMers obtengan un alivio temporal de la deportación, se inicia una prueba de fuego no sólo para los jóvenes que solicitarán el amparo sino para el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración (USCIS) que... Continue »
Cross-posted at Latino Decisions and Latino Vote Matters: Florida is rich in electoral votes, party competition, and ethnic diversity, making it one of the most interesting states to watch during presidential elections. Republican Senator Marco Rubio adds yet another compelling element to the state political narrative during this election... Continue »