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The Early Success of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Policy

GED classIn the two months since President Obama’s deferred-action plan started, more than 4,500 eligible youth have received a two-year reprieve from deportation and a work permit, giving them a shot at the American Dream.

By Marshall Fitz, Patrick Oakford, and Ann Garcia | Friday, October 26, 2012

Aprobemos el Acta DREAM por nuestra economía

DREAMers thank President Obama for supporting themCuando yo inmigre a la Florida a los 10 años, fueron los estudiantes inmigrantes que me dieron la bienvenida y se hicieron mis amigos en la escuela South Seminole. Carlos, Isabel, y algunos otros tomaron clases de inglés como segundo idioma conmigo, mientras que otros cuyas familias habían inmigrado años antes y ya estaban en [...]

By Ann Garcia | Monday, October 1, 2012

Passing the DREAM Act for Our Economy

DREAMers thank President Obama for supporting themPassing the DREAM Act is the right thing to do morally and especially in terms of the current and future economy.

By Ann Garcia | Monday, October 1, 2012

3 Reasons Gov. Brewer’s Order to Stall DREAMers Will Hurt Arizona

Arizona Gov. Jan BrewerArizona Gov. Jan Brewer’s executive order to deny public benefits to undocumented youth is simply a cruel measure destined to cost Arizona taxpayers in legal fees and lost economic growth.

By Ann Garcia | Monday, August 27, 2012

Triunfos y Retos en el 30⁰ aniversario de Plyler v. Doe

Introducción y resumen Hace treinta años la Corte Suprema resolvió una cuestión profunda en la vida estadounidense: si es que los estados pueden prohibirle a los niños indocumentados a que reciban una educación pública.

By Marshall Fitz, Philip E. Wolgin, and Ann Garcia | Friday, June 15, 2012

Triumphs and Challenges on the 30th Anniversary of Plyler v. Doe

book_alt2 icon Report Marshall Fitz, Philip E. Wolgin, and Ann Garcia discuss the challenges to the landmark Supreme Court case Plyler v. Doe and explain why society is better off with it in place.

By Marshall Fitz, Philip E. Wolgin, and Ann Garcia | Thursday, June 14, 2012

The Top 10 Ways the House Version of the Violence Against Women Act Neglects Domestic Violence Victims

Ann Garcia, Crosby Burns, and Lindsay Rosenthal show how the House Republican iteration of this act moves backward on combating domestic violence.

By Ann Garcia, Crosby Burns, and Lindsay Rosenthal | Friday, May 18, 2012

Interactive Map: A Nation United or Divided?

cursor icon Interactive Map from Ann Garcia previews how we could become a nation of welcoming and unwelcoming states to immigrants based on the Supreme Court's upcoming decision.

By Ann Garcia | Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Caring for Our Caregivers

Ann Garcia and Sarah Jane Glynn examine the valuable contributions immigrant women make as home health care workers and why we need to bring them out the shadows.

By Ann Garcia and Sarah Jane Glynn | Thursday, March 8, 2012

Los 10 datos que usted debe saber sobre los latinos e inmigrantes de Florida

Antes de la primaria de Florida el 31 de enero, hemos recopilado una lista de los 10 datos más importantes sobre los latinos y los inmigrantes en el estado. Estos datos ofrecen un contexto importante del poder económico, cultural y electoral que tienen los latinos en el cuarto estado más poblado de los Estados Unidos.

By Ann Garcia and Philip E. Wolgin | Monday, January 30, 2012

The Top 10 Things You Should Know About Florida’s Latinos and Immigrants

Ann Garcia and Philip E. Wolgin highlight statistics that show the power of Florida’s Latino voters, and the important role they will play this election season.

By Ann Garcia and Philip E. Wolgin | Friday, January 27, 2012

Las Normas de Deportación Anunciadas por el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional son Propicias

Angela M. Kelley, Marshall Fitz, Philip E. Wolgin, y Ann Garcia analizan las ramificaciones legales y políticas del reciente anuncio de la administración Obama de priorizar la expulsión de criminales peligrosos en vez de miembros de familias, estudiantes o familias militares y otros de baja prioridad.

By Angela Maria Kelley, Marshall Fitz, Philip E. Wolgin, and Ann Garcia | Friday, September 2, 2011

DHS’s Announced Deportation Priorities Are Smart Policy

Angela M. Kelley, Marshall Fitz, Philip E. Wolgin, and Ann Garcia analyze the policy and political ramifications of the Obama administration’s recent announcement to prioritize removal of dangerous criminals rather than low-priority family members, students, or military families.

By Angela Maria Kelley, Marshall Fitz, Philip E. Wolgin, and Ann Garcia | Thursday, September 1, 2011

Qué Significan los Cambios en México Para la Política Inmigratoria de EE.UU

La población Mexicana está envejeciendo mientras su economía está creciendo, escribe Philip E. Wolgin y Ann Garcia. Estos cambios transformarán de manera significativa el número de futuros inmigrantes a EE.UU.

By Philip E. Wolgin and Ann Garcia | Tuesday, August 9, 2011

What Changes in Mexico Mean for U.S. Immigration Policy

Mexico’s population is aging while its economy is growing, write Philip E. Wolgin and Ann Garcia. These changes will significantly cut down on the number of future immigrants to America.

By Philip E. Wolgin and Ann Garcia | Monday, August 8, 2011