Dear Friends, Before we close out the year I wanted to send a note to wish you a wonderful holiday and introduce myself as America’s Voice new Executive Director. Stepping in to lead after Frank Sharry’s departure is a humbling task, yet for me is also one filled with... Continue »
It’s not a top issue for most voters, Republicans demagogue migrants to galvanize their base, Democrats employ a consistent both/ad message about security and reform   The 2022 midterms will largely be determined by issues other than immigration, but immigration and the border showed up on the debate stage... Continue »
Key excerpts from leading Democrats candidates when asked questions on immigration on the debate stage and campaign trail    When it comes to paid communications, Democrats’ campaigns have focused on the other concerns that are top of mind for voters as indicated by polls. However, when asked on the... Continue »
Looking to provide the fuel for the anti-immigrant judicial pipeline, the Republican Attorney General candidates in Texas, Arizona, and Kansas could shape national immigration policy for the worse.    Ken Paxton (R-TX), Kris Kobach (R-KS), and Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) are putting nativism at the forefront of their campaigns, but... Continue »
 As More Republicans Openly Espouse the White Nationalist Replacement Theory, Mainstream GOP Response is Either a Dangerous Embrace or an Insidious Silence   At a Trump rally in Mesa, Arizona, on October 9, Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene took the stage to boost the Republican candidates running in the... Continue »
Fearmonger at the Border; Challenge DACA in the Courts; Cite Border Security Excuse to Justify Obstruction in Congress Washington, DC – A Dallas News story by Todd Gillman highlights the tenuous future of the popular and successful Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program due to Republican-led legal challenges.... Continue »

Jun 10, 2022

FACT SHEETS

America’s Voice has released the following fact sheets on different immigration topics.   Click on one to learn more. OVERVIEW BORDER DRUGS & CRIME ECONOMY LATINO VOTE & SUPPORT FOR REFORM  DEMOCRATIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS TRUMP LEGACY   Continue »
On March 3, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security announced a new Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Ukrainians already living in the United States. TPS has been used to give protections for immigrants fleeing natural disasters, political instability, and humanitarian crises.  Secretary Mayorkas stated in the announcement, “Russia’s... Continue »
Last night, Republicans showed their midterm strategy, a rowdy and offensive message for the base, and a choreographed set of racial dog-whistles for the general public. While the House Members who roll with white nationalists, militias, and the insurrectionist crowd looked to cause a scene during the President’s speech... Continue »
A look at Republican messages, statements, and ads from the past week paints a picture of what we can expect over the next ten months: lies and distortions are key elements of their deliberate use of a race-based midterm strategy  If you were just listening to Republicans last week,... Continue »