Real Immigrant Stories
Kristina Arredondo
My husband I have been together for a long time. We have three children whom are 1, 4 and 7. On March 6,2008 my husband got deported. ICE came into our home and took him right in front of our kids. They took him like a piece of trash. They took my husband away from me. They took a father away from his children. How could they be so cruel? I don't understand... Read more.
Bernanke Recommends Congress Take Up Immigration
In his testimony before the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee late last week, Federal Reserve Board Chairman Ben Bernanke listed immigration reform as one of the issues Congress can and should take up to advance the nation’s economy... Read more.
In his testimony before the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee late last week, Federal Reserve Board Chairman Ben Bernanke listed immigration reform as one of the issues Congress can and should take up to advance the nation’s economy... Read more.
Immigrants' List grades the Senate on immigration reform
A few weeks ago, Immigrants' List graded U.S. House members on their support for comprehensive immigration reform. Now it's the Senate's turn. Our 2010 Senate scorecard, which evaluated senators' public statements, positions, and votes on immigration reform measures, found that 34% of senators support reform and 25% oppose it; 41% were given mixed... Read more.
A few weeks ago, Immigrants' List graded U.S. House members on their support for comprehensive immigration reform. Now it's the Senate's turn. Our 2010 Senate scorecard, which evaluated senators' public statements, positions, and votes on immigration reform measures, found that 34% of senators support reform and 25% oppose it; 41% were given mixed... Read more.
Joseph CaoLouisiana's 2nd
Rep. Joseph Cao, who fled Vietnam at age 8, was elected to Congress in 2008. Cao, an immigration attorney, has worked as an advocate for refugees and as legal counsel for an organization that... Read more.
Rep. Gerry ConnollyVirginia's 11th
Rep. Gerry Connolly was elected in 2008 to represent parts of suburban Washington, D.C. Before serving in Congress, Connolly chaired the Fairfax County board of supervisors and successfully opposed... Read more.
Bill HedrickCalifornia's 44th
Bill Hedrick is seeking a rematch of his close 2008 race against nine-term Rep. Ken Calvert, who backs an enforcement-only approach to immigration. The American Immigration Lawyers Association consistently gives... Read more.
Rep. Jim HimesConnecticut's 4th
Rep. Jim Himes defeated an 11-term incumbent in 2008. Six challengers are vying for the opportunity to take back this seat from Himes, who has called U.S. immigration policy “dysfunctional and shameful.” Himes... Read more.
Rep. Scott MurphyNew York's 20th
Rep. Scott Murphy narrowly defeated the state assembly’s minority leader in the March 2009 special election that followed Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand’s appointment to the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Secretary of State... Read more.
Rep. Tom PerrielloVirginia's 5th
Rep. Tom Perriello defeated a six-term congressman in 2008 by 745 votes. Seven candidates are vying to challenge Perriello, who helped found two nonprofit organizations that promote human rights and social justice... Read more.
Rep. Mike QuigleyIllinois' 5th
Rep. Mike Quigley won the April 2009 special election to replace Rep. Rahm Emanuel, who resigned to become President Barack Obama’s chief of staff. Quigley supports comprehensive immigration reform... Read more.
Rep. Harry TeagueNew Mexico's 2nd
Rep. Harry Teague, who was elected in 2008, faces a challenge from the congressman who formerly held this seat. Teague is vocal in his support for comprehensive immigration reform. He favors a comprehensive... Read more.
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