Author: Marcelo Ballve

Stories by Marcelo Ballve

Census Boycott Splits Latinos

Oddly, supporters of the boycott find themselves on the same side as immigration hard-liners, who also want the undocumented excluded from the 2010 Census.
Posted on Sep 29, 2009, Source: New America Media

Latino Church Leaders Divided on Census Boycott

One influential group of Latino evangelical pastors said it would call for a census boycott among undocumented immigrants. Not everyone is on board.
Posted on May 4, 2009, Source: New America Media

However Modest, May Day Rallies Showcase Immigrants' Awakening

Smaller than the immigration marches of 2006, the grassroots rallies sent a powerful message demanding change.
Posted on May 2, 2009, Source: New America Media

As DC Looks to Reform the Backlash Against Immigrants Continues in the States

A patchwork of hardline state and local policies aimed at curbing illegal immigration has grown.
Posted on Apr 22, 2009, Source: New America Media

The Financial Crisis Just Might Lead to Legal Pot

The recession is spotlighting the rationale for decriminalizing marijuana.
Posted on Mar 13, 2009, Source: New America Media

Immigration Reform Under Obama Likely To Be Piecemeal

A President Obama might not be able to take on immigration reform as a top-level priority during an economic downturn.
Posted on Nov 18, 2008, Source: New America Media