Following Trump’s existentially racist remarks about Africa, Haiti, and El Salvador yesterday, many in the political class rightfully expressed their outrage.  America’s Voice En Español, a project of America’s Voice, is driven by veteran Spanish-language journalists Maribel Hastings and David Torres.  They each added their take, based on years... Continue »
Texan delegation has a choice: Stand for American values or enable a racist regime Austin, TX – During a weekend in which our country will celebrate the life and legacy of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr, many Americans will also have to grapple with the fact that... Continue »
In a new column posted this morning, Greg Sargent of the Washington Post, uncovers the true revelation behind Trump’s latest, racist remarks: Multiple TV journalists have flatly declared that Trump has revealed himself as a racist. It’s good that it’s now safe to say this on prime-time television, but we already knew... Continue »
Ohio immigrant legislation will help cities protect their populations.
This is a Moment of Reckoning for Senator Rob Portman and Congressional Republicans; Will They Back and Fill for President, Or Take Step Forward and Pass Dream Act? Cleveland, OH – This week, our nation’s schoolchildren have been learning about the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. ... Continue »
“It’s a time for choosing. It’s a time for action.” The following is a statement from Frank Sharry, Executive Director of America’s Voice, regarding President Trump’s latest racist remarks and the current state-of-play on the fight to protect Dreamers as well as Salvadorans, Haitians, and those who currently have Temporary Protected... Continue »
The 300,000 Honduran, Nicaraguan, Haitian and Salvadoran TPS holders are hardworking individuals here in the United States legally who pay taxes and contribute to our communities and economy — many of whom are construction supervisors and home health care professionals who aren’t easily replaced. Currently, many in the construction industry... Continue »
Today's must-read top immigration news from around the country.
America’s Voice Frank Sharry: Following Trump’s Latest Racist Remarks, A Moment of Truth ICYMI: Greg Sargent: “Trump Just Denied His ‘Shithole’ Comment. In The Process, He Confirmed the Worst” Trump: I’ll Sign “Whatever Immigration Bill” Congress Sends Me… Just Not The One I Said I Would Sign Five Things... Continue »
***A RECORDING OF TODAY’S CALL IS AVAILABLE HERE*** SOUTHERN BORDER – On a call today, experts from across the southern border region discussed what common-sense, responsible and accountable border policy looks like when it comes to negotiations to protect dreamers. They explored why some proposals to increase border enforcement being discussed... Continue »
79% support path to citizenship, including 64% of Republicans A new Quinnipiac poll is the latest in a long line of recent polling that shows that Americans, including Republicans, overwhelmingly back efforts to keep Dreamers here in America. The new Quinnipiac poll finds: By an 86-11% margin, Americans support allowing Dreamers to stay... Continue »
Despite uncertainty about the ongoing policy negotiations over Dreamers’ legislation, we know a few things for sure: Dreamers urgently need a permanent solution that puts them on a path to citizenship; Only Congress can enact that permanent solution; Given the way Trump’s termination of DACA has upended the lives... Continue »