Taking Their Message to Policy Makers in Transit

Taking Their Message to Policy Makers in Transit

WASHINGTON — The epiphany hit Jeremy Robbins, appropriately enough, while he was riding in a taxi in the nation’s capital. Mr. Robbins, the executive director of the Partnership for a New American Economy, a group devoted to an immigration overhaul, was… Read More

U.S. losing tech talent to Canada

U.S. losing tech talent to Canada

The land of the free isn’t catering to talented techies quite like our neighbors to the north. So many entrepreneurs have given up on navigating the complicated U.S. immigration system and are heading to Canada to launch their startups. For Madhuri Eunni — originally… Read More

The U.S. Must Not Lower the Bar on Protecting Children Fleeing Violence

The U.S. Must Not Lower the Bar on Protecting Children Fleeing Violence

Washington D.C. – The humanitarian challenge posed by the arrival of thousands of unaccompanied children and young families at our southern border has once again ignited passions over the role immigration plays in our country. Rather than respond to the arrival of children and… Read More

Court Approves Settlement in Duran Gonzalez v. DHS; Webinar Tomorrow

Court Approves Settlement in Duran Gonzalez v. DHS; Webinar Tomorrow

Last week, the federal district court issued its final approval of a settlement agreement in a long pending Ninth Circuit-wide class action, Duran Gonzalez v. DHS. This case involves eligibility for adjustment of status under INA § 245(i) (with an accompanying I-212 waiver application) for individuals who previously were… Read More

Immigration Reform Now

Immigration Reform Now

In the last week an Arkansas religious leader and an Arkansas business leader weighed in on the need for immigration reform. Together they make a compelling argument for Congress to quit grandstanding and address the issue — now. Ray Dillon, CEO of Deltic Timber, was … Read More

MIT Graduate from Greece Develops Cutting-Edge Technology in Wireless Electricity

MIT Graduate from Greece Develops Cutting-Edge Technology in Wireless Electricity

Aristeidis Karalis always imagined a career in math and science. What he couldn’t have predicted was just how successful his research in wireless electricity transmission would become. In many ways, Aristeidis Karalis always knew he’d wind up spending some of his academic career in the United States. Read More

Kentucky's vested interest in immigration reform

Kentucky’s vested interest in immigration reform

Following the new millennium, Kentucky witnessed staggering growth to its immigrant population. These residents brought business and a new labor force, strengthening the state’s economy. This reason alone necessitates that Kentuckians have a vested interest in immigration reform. Just consider national elections: If any Republican veers from the conservative stance,… Read More

Colombian PhD Candidate Hopes Congress Passes Reform Before His Visa Expires

Colombian PhD Candidate Hopes Congress Passes Reform Before His Visa Expires

Miguel Diaz is set to graduate from his PhD program this year, and he needs a job. Without a green card, however, he is having trouble finding companies who will take him seriously. Miguel Diaz, a native of Colombia, is set to graduate with a PhD in… Read More

Immigration reform key to home building industry success

Immigration reform key to home building industry success

The home-building industry plays a vital role in sustaining the American economy and meeting our nation’s housing needs. Thankfully, we have experienced welcomed improvements in the housing market in the last few years, and this momentum has driven economic growth nationwide. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB),… Read More

President Provides Immediate Relief, Creates Architecture for Reform

President Provides Immediate Relief, Creates Architecture for Reform

Washington D.C. – After decades of congressional neglect, tonight President Obama took a crucial and courageous step toward reforming our immigration system. He announced that he will provide immediate relief for many of those impacted by of our broken system, and he… Read More

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