Stories by Marcelo Ballve
Posted on Apr 25, 2011, Source: New America Media
In Mississippi, the black legislative caucus was instrumental in sinking a "get-tough" immigration measure that had seemingly unstoppable momentum and bipartisan support.
Posted on Sep 23, 2010, Source: New America Media
Again and again, the bill has attracted bipartisan support only to be stopped by a small core of Republican opponents.
Posted on Mar 7, 2009, Source: New America Media
The hidden costs and other downsides of the program are not understood or are ignored by elected officials seeking to reap political dividends.
Posted on Feb 12, 2009, Source: New America Media
As the temperature rises in immigration battles across the country, members of the clergy have emerged as influential voices.
Posted on Jan 30, 2009, Source: New America Media
Voters resoundingly defeated a councilman's quest to make English the Tennessee city's official language.
Posted on Jan 21, 2009, Source: New America Media
Immigrant advocates wasted no time in pressing their agenda of reform, organizing a march the day after President Obama's inauguration.
Posted on Dec 23, 2008, Source: New America Media
Advocates for immigrant rights have begun weaving together coalitions to have their voices heard.
Posted on Dec 2, 2008, Source: New America Media
Elected officials in Suffolk County have created a xenophobic climate that breeds hate crimes.
