By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Stefano Chiacchiarini ’74 & Consolidated News Photos / shutterstock.com President Jimmy Carter, known for his profound commitment to peace, human rights, and global harmony, has often expressed his admiration for John Lennon’s iconic song, Imagine. Released in 1971, the song has become an anthem of hope, advocating for […]
By Center for American Progress | Editorial credit: Nir Levy / shutterstock.com As the nation observes a day of mourning for President Jimmy Carter, we honor his extraordinary life and legacy. Following the announcement of his passing at the age of 100, Patrick Gaspard, president and CEO of the Center for American Progress, released the following statement: […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: David Peinado Romero / shutterstock.com Donald Trump’s policies created an unprecedented climate of fear for undocumented immigrants, leaving a lasting mark on immigration policy and public sentiment. His return to power further heightens the stakes for these vulnerable communities. It is imperative to recognize the human cost of […]
Editorial credit: Maxim Elramsisy/ shutterstock.com Washington, DC — At campaign events in Arizona yesterday, JD Vance again made clear that a Trump second term would seek to make as many people as possible eligible for deportation – including those here with legal status such as TPS. As The New York Times reported in “Vance Vows an End […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Apartheid is a term that is most commonly associated with South Africa’s institutionalized system of racial segregation and discrimination, which officially ended in 1994. However, apartheid has since been expanded in its definition by international human rights bodies, such as the United Nations and Human Rights Watch, to include any systemic […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Prashantrajsingh / shutterstock.com If reelected, Donald Trump would have significant legal tools at his disposal to carry out his immigration agenda. Through executive orders, presidential proclamations, and legislative efforts, he could pursue mass deportations, revive the Muslim Ban, and terminate programs like DACA, TPS, and Parole in Place. […]