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Learning from Each Other
Report from Spencer Boyer discusses what the United States and Europe can learn from each other when it comes to integrating immigrant and minority groups into their larger societies.Transcending the Rio Grande
Recommendations from CAP's Mexico Working Group detail why and how U.S.-Mexico relations should reach beyond the border.Other Immigration Features
November 17, 2009
Pregúntele a un Experto: El Discurso de la Secretaria Napolitano Sobre la Reforma Migratoria
¿Recientemente la Secretaria Napolitano dió un discurso sobre la reforma migratoria, cuáles son los puntos más importantes de su discurso? ¿Por qué la legalización es una parte clave del cumplimiento de la ley? ¿Cuales son las partes claves de una reforma?
November 17, 2009
Ask the Expert: Napolitano Makes the Case for Immigration Reform
Angela Kelley discusses Secretary Janet Napolitano's speech on immigration reform, plus why legalization is critical to effective enforcement, and the key components of reform.
November 13, 2009
We Can Fix This
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano speaks at CAP on the need for comprehensive immigration reform.
November 13, 2009
Weekly Round Up: November 9 - 13, 2009
This week CAP hosted DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano, looked at the future of U.S-China relations, and released a report on innovation in education.
November 10, 2009
Choosing Between Family and the Military
American service members with undocumented spouses live with the added stress of worrying whether their family will face deportation, write Angela M. Kelley and Lawrence J. Korb.
November 9, 2009
Hispanics Dodge a Bullet
Hispanics would have been hurt in critical ways by the proposed change to the census, writes Louis Caldera.
October 29, 2009
Impráctico e Inconstitucional
El Senador Vitter está tratando de usar el Censo para llevar adelante su agenda anti-inmigrante, lo que potencialmente costaría millones de dólares a los Estados Unidos, informa Gebe Martinez.
October 26, 2009
Todos Ganan con el Fútbol
Un gran número de fanáticos hispanos y estadounidenses del futbol vaticina un avivamiento intercultural, como lo explica Robert Valencia.
October 23, 2009
Impractical and Unconstitutional
Sen. Vitter is trying to use the Census to further his anti-immigration agenda, potentially costing the United States millions, writes Gebe Martinez.
October 16, 2009
New DHS Immigration Rules Don't Go Far Enough
The Department of Homeland Security has issued new guidelines for immigration enforcement, but without legislation from Congress the system will continue to fail, write Angela Kelley, Marshall Fitz, and Gebe Martinez.
October 11, 2009
Reforming Our Immigration Policies
Marshall Fitz argues in the Washington Times that our broken immigration system fails to serve core national interests and must be reformed.
October 7, 2009
It’s All About Fútbol
The large pool of Hispanic and American soccer fans signals a revival of a two-way acculturation, writes Robert Valencia.
September 25, 2009
Faith Leaders Push for Immigration Reform
Faith leaders at a CAP event encourage people to think of the moral imperative underlying the immigration reform debate.
September 22, 2009
Expert in the Field: Greensboro, North Carolina
Sam Fulwood visits goes to Greensboro, North Carolina to take a look at how communities of faith are mobilizing around immigration.
September 22, 2009
Interactive Map: Faith Groups Rally Around Immigration Reform
Interactive map shows how faith groups across the country are promoting greater awareness on the need for comprehensive immigration reform.
September 22, 2009
Loving Thy Neighbor
Report from Sam Fulwood documents how many faith communities across the country are standing up for immigration reform.
September 11, 2009
Fact Check: Health Care and Undocumented Immigrants
Marshall Fitz counters the claim that illegal immigrants will receive health care benefits under health reform proposals currently before Congress.
September 9, 2009
The Changing Face of Immigration to America
Recent statements by President Barack Obama, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi indicate a strong likelihood that congressional debate on immigration will begin later this year. Concern about immigrants’ integration into U.S. culture is a longstanding tension from past debates that will undoubtedly resurface. Fears that immigrants in modern day America are different and lack commitment to assimilate are pervasive and permeate much of the discussion both inside and outside the Beltway.
August 27, 2009
Kennedy’s Legacy: Keep Immigration Reform in Our Sights
Senator Ted Kennedy was a fighter for immigration reform, writes Angela Kelley, and his legacy will continue to inspire others to keep up the fight.
August 13, 2009
Americans Want Solutions, Not Scare Tactics
Health care reform opponents have emptied their grab bag of scare tactics in all-out assault on the various House and Senate bills. Many reform foes have fixed on illegal immigration as their bugbear of choice. They seek to confuse the public and distort the debate by blurring the lines between health care and immigration policy. But instead they have illuminated the cavernous gulf between those who want to solve tough problems and those who want to preserve the status quo.
August 10, 2009
Los Estadounidenses Quieren Soluciones, No Tácticas de Miedo
Falsas declaraciones sobre la reforma de salud que a la postre involucra inmigrantes ilegales evitan soluciones reales de estos dos asuntos dispares, observa Marshall Fitz.
August 7, 2009
Rules for (Dealing with) Radicals
The conservative antihealth reform campaign is organized using tactics honed by Washington-based groups opposed to immigration reform, writes Henry Fernandez. Taking on conservatives directly is imperative.
August 7, 2009
Weekly Round Up: August 3 - 7, 2009
This week CAP focused on what's next after Sotomayor's confirmation, analyzed new employment numbers, and broke down the basics of sustainable security.
August 4, 2009
Americans Want Solutions, Not Scare Tactics
Bogus claims about health reform involving illegal immigrants prevent real solutions on two separate issues, says Marshall Fitz.
July 15, 2009
Immigration Enforcement Debate Flares
Amendments and Department of Homeland Security action highlight the urgent need for comprehensive immigration reform.
June 26, 2009
President Kicks Off Immigration Reform Surrounded by Lawmakers
Immigration reform hit the ground running this week; CAP offers principles that can guide the debate as it moves forward this year.
June 25, 2009
Ask the Expert: The First White House Immigration Meeting
Marshall Fitz discusses what policymakers will discuss in their White House meeting, whether immigration reform can and should happen this year, and how to move the debate forward.
June 25, 2009
Pregúntele a un Experto: La Reunión Sobre Inmigración en la Casa Blanca
¿Qué temas se discutirán en la reunión sobre inmigración en la Casa Blanca? ¿Puede la reforma migratoria convertirse en realidad este año y porqué el Congreso debe tomarla como prioridad? ¿Y qué principios deben guiar la reforma migratoria de aquí en adelante?
June 24, 2009
Principios para la Reforma Inmigratoria
El sistema inmigratorio actual no funciona, pero los siguientes cinco principios pueden guiar la creación de una nueva estrategia que es rigurosa pero equitativa, y que funcione para los trabajadores estadounidenses y la economía.
June 24, 2009
Principles for Immigration Reform
The current immigration system is not working; these five principles can guide the creation of a new strategy that is tough but fair and works for American workers and the economy.
June 4, 2009
We Can’t Afford to Delay Immigration Reform
The launch of a new immigration reform campaign emphasizes that real solutions on the economy, health care, and other key issues will require action on immigration, write Angela Kelley and Vanessa Cárdenas.
June 3, 2009
Remarks on Comprehensive Immigration Reform
John Podesta speaks at the Launch of the Reform Immigration for America Campaign, saying, “The time to act is now.”
June 3, 2009
Pregúntele a un Experto: Por Qué Necesitamos la Reforma Migratoria
Vanessa Cárdenas explica por qué la crisis económica es crucial para que el Congreso acelere la aprobación de una reforma migratoria integral.
June 3, 2009
Ask the Expert: Why We Need Comprehensive Immigration Reform
Angela Kelley explains why the economic crisis makes it more crucial than ever for Congress to move quickly to pass comprehensive immigration reform. (Vea en español)
May 29, 2009
The New Integration Crusade
The Obama administration has signaled its intention to begin discussions on comprehensive immigration reform over the coming year; crucial to that debate will be the sister issue of integration.
May 29, 2009
Sotomayor’s Nomination Doesn’t Equal Immigration Reform
Pundits who contend Sonia Sotomayor’s nomination to the Supreme Court silences advocates for immigration reform are missing the point, write Angela Kelley and Vanessa Cárdenas.
May 28, 2009
Everyone Benefits from the Integration of Immigrants
Obama’s suggested funding for a new integration program for immigrants should be welcomed, but a national office is needed to coordinate the task, writes Suzi Emmerling.
May 12, 2009
Finding Friends of Immigration Reform in High Places
Statements from the president, department secretaries, and public opinion all show a shifting tide in favor of immigration reform, write Angela Kelley and Vanessa Cárdenas.
May 11, 2009
Video: The Fight to Help Imprisoned Child Immigrants
Reel Progress interviews "The Least of These" Director Clark Lyda and Women's Refugee Center Director Michelle Brané.
May 5, 2009
Supreme Court Rules that Immigrants Have Rights, Too
An identity theft law inappropriately used to punish immigrants is removed from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement arsenal, writes Henry Fernandez.
May 4, 2009
Public Opinion Snapshot: Are the Culture Wars Coming to an End?
The public, especially young Americans, is showing increasing support for gay marriage and immigration reform, writes Ruy Teixeira.
April 6, 2009
An Immigration Story
A Reel Progress interview with "Sin Nombre" Director Cary Fukunaga, plus a preview of the film.
September 29, 2008
Una Cuestión de Prioridades
La administración de Bush favorece a empleadores abusadores por encima de los trabajadores latinos
September 26, 2008
Blame it on the Immigrants
Michele Malkin and fringe conservatives want to blame the financial crisis on immigrants. David Abromowitz shows the truth behind the flimsy facts.
September 26, 2008
Culpemos a los Inmigrantes
Michele Malkin y los conservadores quieren culpar a los inmigrares de nuestra crisis financiera. ¿Podremos creer esta manipulación?
September 22, 2008
“Sí Se Puede”
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Teresita Perez takes a moment to reflect on the phrase's history and power.
August 20, 2008
Representing America
Henry Cejudo’s wrestling gold medal for the United States is another example of immigrants contributing to American success.
July 16, 2008
America's Immigration Lesson to Europe
Europe's low birthrates pose a serious threat to its economic security, making immigration crucial to its survival.
July 15, 2008
Leadership, Not Scapegoats
"America's Leadership Team" blames immigrants and population growth for environmental woes while ignoring the complex truth about these connections.
July 15, 2008