Dear Arizona, What happened to you?
In the past few years, the Arizona government has instituted a variety of policy changes surrounding immigration, many of which led to heated debates by national media figures, political activists, […]
Immigrant Contribution to American Success
Today in class we discussed we discussed how immigrants are a growing part of the labor force in the United States, holding jobs in many industries, including Accommodations, Food Services, Management […]
Religious Groups Push for Immigration Reform
The United States has always been seen as a country tolerant of religious freedom. Just look at some the very first migrants to America: the pilgrims. Since then, different groups […]
Chongalicious Definition
Laura Di Lorenzo (left) and Mimi Davila, creators of “Chongalicious” YouTube video. Picture from Miami New Times. An everyday scene across a Miami street, regardless of the day or hour, […]
Borderless Love and Multiethnic Identity
I grew up believing that marrying outside of one’s race was no big thing. My dad is from Peru and my mom is from Oklahoma, and there’s never seemed to […]
Too quick to judge: Youth and Gang Involvement
Gangs. There is so much one can learn about them but many do not take the time to do so and simply judge them and the people in them. James […]
Obama’s Second Attempt at Immigration Reform
In the height of the upcoming 2012 presidential election, President Obama has encountered a problem. In his 2008 presidential campaign, Obama made a promise to Univisión news anchor Jorge Ramos […]
What did Romney and Obama Say About Immigration in the First Debate?
NOTHING! Because NOTHING was asked and neither candidate brought it up!!! On a debate focused on DOMESTIC POLICIES, there were ZERO questions on immigration–but there was time for Big Bird to […]
Alabama HB 56: Is This Not What You Expected?
The Hammon-Beason Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, also known as HB 56, has led to the implementation of new anti-illegal immigrant practices that make life practically impossible for undocumented […]
Cultural Centers Losing Culture?
One of the things that makes Los Angeles so unique is the vibrant mix of cultures that form small communities in the metropolitan city. It is truly a diverse megalopolis […]
Immigration Talk 