One of the most controversial issues in immigration has to be undocumented immigration and crime. Many individuals and groups who call for tougher laws for undocumented immigrants assert that one of the reasons why tougher laws are needed is because some undocumented immigrants commit crimes which harm lawful residents. They also argue that these crimes […]

The CUNY Citizenship NOW! group is an organization that is devoting its efforts to helping those who qualify for US citizenship secure that citizenship. According to the group, the anti-immigrant sentiment that has been prevalent may be changing recently. They credit the work of immigrants and immigrant advocates for raising awareness and changing views. The

Florida Senator Marco Rubio has weighed in on Arizona’s immigration legislation, saying that while Arizona’s frustration with undocumented immigration is understandable and while the immigration laws in that state are understandable, they should not be a model for other laws across the US. According to Rubio, the immigration situation in Arizona may be considered a

While campaigning in Arizona, Mitt Romney, the man considered likely to run for President against President Obama, did not speak to his immigration policies, even though immigration will likely be a key issue in the campaign. Although Romney met with Hispanic business leaders at the Arizona Historical Society Museum in Tempe as part of a

In Detroit, the non-US-born population is growing rapidly, as newcomers and new US citizens move to the area. Now, the Archdiocese of Detroit has created an immigration conference. The aim of the conference, held April 21, 2012, was to discuss local immigration issues and also to help create possible outreach programs and groups in each

Now that elections are approaching, there is no doubt that candidates will be debating immigration policies and reforms extensively. After all, immigration is a topic close to the hearts of voters. Many Americans have roots in other countries and want to see a fair immigration system. Some Americans believe that the current immigration system is

Crete, Illinois is a small town of about 8000 residents, with a patriotic feel and a sense of community. It is located close to the state’s farms and Chicago’s suburbs, but lately there is unrest in the village since authorities have announced plans to consider an area just beyond the community’s borders as a spot

Now that elections are approaching, immigration is an issue that is in the news and on nominee’s minds. With the election heating up, and with candidates and parties wanting to appeal to the widest audience possible, recent concerns about immigration and immigration reform will likely play a role in the election. Recently, President Obama has

Human trafficking is a serious problem that is behind many forms of crime. Human traffickers trade and smuggle individuals illegally into the US, often in order to engage the undocumented immigrants in slavery, forced labor, or prostitution. In many cases, the victims of human slavery are denied basic human rights and are pushed to engage

India is upset after famous Indian Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan was detained by immigration authorities during a trip to the US. Khan was detained for two hours at New York’s White Plains airport, and news of the incident caused some harsh words and media criticism in New Delhi and other parts of India. Although