Temporary Protection for Haitians: A First Step

New America Media, Opinion, Shaina Aber & Christian Fuchs, Jan 21, 2010

The decision to grant Haitians currently in the United States permission to stay, work and send remittances home under a Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program is welcome news. But it's only the first step.

Why Health Care Reform Could Leave Us All Worse Off

New America Media, Commentary, Sonal Ambegaokar, J.D., Jan 16, 2010

The exclusion of millions of immigrants from health care would jeopardize the health of all Americans, writes the commentator.

Would You Wait Five Years for a Doctor’s Appointment?

New America Media, Commentary, Jennifer Ng’andu , Dec 11, 2009

Under the health care reform bill currently before the Senate, legally present immigrants remain barred from Medicaid for five years, even if they meet all other qualifications. But a new amendment could change that.

Secure Communities Turns Immigrants into Criminals

New America Media, Commentary, Sarahi Uribe, Nov 23, 2009

This month, the Department of Homeland Security celebrated “Secure Communities’ One Year Anniversary.” The program, which checks the immigration status of those in jails by using DHS’ databases, is misnamed. It actually endangers rather than improves community security.

Law Enforcement Officials Call for Immigration Reform

America's Voice, Column, Maribel Hastings, Nov 12, 2009

This year various law enforcement officials have come out in support of immigration reform. Their reason is simple: Enforcing immigration law takes them away from their job to keep communities safe.

Campaign to Make Immigration Reform a Top Issue in 2010

New America Media, Commentary, Rich Stolz, Oct 18, 2009

Immigrant families from around the country rallied last week in Washington, D.C., where elected officials launched a new push for comprehensive immigration reform, building to the opening months of 2010.

Immigrants and Health Care: What’s Really at Stake?

New America Media, Commentary, Michael Fix, Oct 09, 2009

The discussion around health care reform has ramifications for immigrants, even legal permanent residents. How health care policy deals with immigrants will determine how successful health care reform is in the long run.

Asian Groups Support In-State Tuition for Undocumented

New America Media, Commentary, Carmina Ocampo and Connie Choi, Sep 28, 2009

Asian undergrads make up 40 percent of all undocumented students. And they are fighting to keep in-state tuition in California.

IMMIGRATION MATTERS: Undocumented Haitians Deserve to Stay Here

New America Media, Commentary, Gerald Lenoir, Sep 15, 2009

President Obama should grant Temporary Protected Status to Haitians immediately before more Haitians die or are impacted by natural disasters.