Immigration 101
Immigration in the United States is complex and ever-evolving. Start here to understand the fundamental aspects of immigration policy, its history, and its impact on both individuals and the country at large. Learn commonly used terms about immigration law and how the U.S. immigration system is designed. Explore layered topics like how and whether immigrants can become citizens, as well as what individual protections look like under the law.
DACA Recipient Wants to Give Her All to Only Country She Knows
In 2012, when Liz Cortez finally got her work permit under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), which allows undocumented immigrants brought to the country as young children to legally live and work in the United States, she treated the paper like a massive engagement ring. “I was obsessed… Read More
Daily News-Miner: Congress: Look at Anchorage and pass the Dream Act
As a former state senator and chairwoman of the International Trade and Tourism Committee, I have met Alaskans from all walks of life who continue to amaze me. Thanksgiving only reinforces what I learned in the Alaska Legislature: Alaskans are compassionate and hardworking. In these times, it is more important… Read More
The Gazette: Supporters of immigrant kids mount frantic push
With prospects dimming for a deal this year to prevent young immigrants brought to the U.S. as children from deportation, sympathetic groups plan to push hard the next few weeks to force the issue back to the top of Washington’s agenda. Activists see their December bid as their last, best… Read More
“Listening” Over Turkey 2017
Each year at Thanksgiving, Immigration Impact publishes a post about how to “talk turkey” on immigration. We’ve done it for several years to provide our readers with tips on how to talk about immigration at the dinner table without inflaming friends and family, and otherwise turning a warm family gathering… Read More
Dreamers Play Vital Role in Texas Economy
Sergio Ramos was born in Texas and has lived in southeast Texas for more than 60 years. The only sign he is an immigrant is his lingering Spanish accent. As soon as he started studying English in the border town of Harlingen at age 13 — his father went back… Read More
All gifts are matched dollar for dollar
No one should face the immigration system alone
