Fighting School Segregation Didn’t Take Place Just in the South

Fighting School Segregation Didn’t Take Place Just in the South

By: Ashley Farmer | theconversation.com Whether it’s black-and-white photos of Arkansas’ Little Rock Nine or Norman Rockwell’s famous painting of New Orleans schoolgirl Ruby Bridges, images of school desegregation often make it seem as though it was an issue for Black children primarily in the South. It is true that Bridges, the Little Rock Nine and other […]

Trump’s Administration Seems Chaotic, but He’s Drawing Directly from Project 2025 Playbook

Trump’s Administration Seems Chaotic, but He’s Drawing Directly from Project 2025 Playbook

By Zachary Albert, THE CONVERSATION | Editorial Credit: bella1105 / shutterstock.com  In his first few days back in office, President Donald Trump engaged in a whirlwind of executive actions, from exiting the World Health Organization, to deploying military personnel and National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border. Many of these actions are unprecedented. Some appear to be illegal and unconstitutional, […]

Breaking Down the Latest Court Decision Impacting DACA

Breaking Down the Latest Court Decision Impacting DACA

By Michelle Lapointe, IMMIGRATION IMPACT The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. Nearly 13 years since the Obama administration first created the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) initiative, more than 500,000 people […]

Mandatory Detention Expanded by the Laken Riley Act

Mandatory Detention Expanded by the Laken Riley Act

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  The Laken Riley Act represents a significant clarification and development in the context of mandatory detention under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Specifically, it addresses the interpretation of certain crimes that trigger mandatory detention under INA § 236(c)(1)(E), elucidating how these terms should be understood within the legal frameworks of […]

Analysis of ICE Raids in 2025: Targeted Locations and Methods of Identifying Undocumented Immigrants

Analysis of ICE Raids in 2025: Targeted Locations and Methods of Identifying Undocumented Immigrants

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: a katz / shutterstock.com  Click here to access document of your rights. It’s January 2025 and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has intensified its operations to identify, detain, and deport undocumented immigrants across the United States. This escalation follows policy shifts under the current administration, leading to […]

Karl Marx’s Theories on the Collapse of Capitalism and the Role of Oligarchs in the Trump Administration

Karl Marx’s Theories on the Collapse of Capitalism and the Role of Oligarchs in the Trump Administration

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. |Editorial credit: Anton Ivanov, Anna Moneymaker, DFree, Frederic Legrand – COMEO / shutterstock.com While capitalism has so far adapted to survive crises, Marx’s insights suggest that without structural reform, the system’s collapse may become inevitable. The rise of oligarchic power in the Trump era serves as a stark warning of capitalism’s […]

The History of Criminalizing Black Protest: A Reflection on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The History of Criminalizing Black Protest: A Reflection on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

By Brian Figeroux, Esq | Editorial credit: NatalieSchorr / shutterstock.com  Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is widely celebrated for his unwavering commitment to nonviolent protest as a means of achieving social change. As the face of the Civil Rights Movement, King advocated for peaceful resistance in the fight against racial injustice, firmly believing that nonviolence […]

Recommitting to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream: A Call for Unity in the Face of Modern Challenges

Recommitting to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream: A Call for Unity in the Face of Modern Challenges

By Xavier A. Figeroux | Editorial credit: lazyllam /shuttertstock.com  Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is a powerful reminder that the pursuit of justice and equality requires dedication, courage, and unwavering commitment. As we face new challenges and political uncertainties, we must remember his words and deeds, using them as a guiding light for the […]

The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) Programs and Affirmative Action Initiatives

The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) Programs and Affirmative Action Initiatives

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Introduction Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, alongside affirmative action initiatives, have long played a crucial role in addressing systemic inequalities in workplaces, educational institutions, and government agencies across the United States. These programs aim to create equitable opportunities for historically marginalized communities, including racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals with […]

The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Political Asylum Applications: Pending and New Cases Procedural Analysis

The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Political Asylum Applications: Pending and New Cases Procedural Analysis

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  Trump’s executive orders had a lasting impact on political asylum procedures in the U.S., creating challenges for both pending and new applicants. The increased scrutiny, procedural hurdles, and policy shifts resulted in longer processing times, higher denial rates, and greater hardships for vulnerable populations. Introduction The U.S. asylum system has long […]

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