Lots going on, and lots to see. If you're in Washington, DC, or Tempe, Arizona, be sure to check out any of these films on immigration. Here's a round-up:
First, the 8-part documentary film on immigration, How Democracy Works Now, is going to be shown from May 12th to June...
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Arizona's controversial new immigration law has sparked unprecedented criticism and activism from leaders in the National Basketball Association, especially in Arizona. As an important social institution in American life, they have decided to stand up for American values and speak up against intolerance. This stands in sharp...
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"The latest example comes from the state of Arizona, whose Governor, Jan Brewer of Arizona signed a bill into law, giving local police the power to inquire about a person's immigration status if they suspect them to be an illegal immigrant, just based on "reasonable suspicion," and to make...
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At a White House reception celebrating Cinco De Mayo last night, President Barack Obama deflated momentum on the prospects of immigration reform in the near future, stating only that he wants to "begin work this year" on reform and warning the audience that securing the legislation will be difficult.
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The Phoenix Suns, who have made it to Game 2 against the San Antonio Spurs, are making a fantastic, political statement by sporting basketball jerseys that will read "Los Sons" to "honor the Latino community and the diversity of our league, the state of Arizona, and our nation."
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Since late 2009, the Opportunity Agenda has been focused on integrating arts, culture and new media to "promote the inclusion, integration, and human rights of immigrants in the United States." By hosting events on the issue, they hope to connect the politics and policy of the immigration debate to...
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A nationwide poll of 2,005 Americans by the Public Religion Research Institute finds that there is broad support for comprehensive immigration reform across religious groups. Among a variety of faiths and denominations, Americans share a set of values that should guide immigration reform. The poll also indicates...
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New analysis of the role Latino voters will play in contested races this November and new independent polling by the New York Times and CBS News point to the fact that moving forward on immigration reform would be both good politics for Democrats and broadly supported by the public.
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Police Speak Out Against Arizona Immigration Law
Download PDF | Updated May 18, 2010
Police Chiefs and Sheriffs in Arizona
Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police
"The provisions of the bill remain problematic and will negatively affect the ability of law enforcement agencies across... Continue »
On April 29, 2010, Senators Reid, Durbin, Schumer, Menendez, and Feinstein released a draft proposal for comprehensive immigration reform. The following is a summary of the core elements: border security, interior enforcement, employment verification, legal immigration reforms, and registration of undocumented workers.
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