immigration
Immigration: The multiple dangers of the “SAFE” Act
June 19, 2013The SAFE Act has harsh features including criminalizing, at the misdemeanor level, the mere act of being in the country without authorization.
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Labor spells out what “must” be in immigration bill
June 19, 2013AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka has laid down, in detail, what the federation wants - and doesn't want - in the legislation.
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Immigration reform advocates say more protection needed for guest workers
June 17, 2013Advocates for workers' rights are ramping up pressure to include stronger provisions to protect guest workers from abuse in any new immigration reform legislation.
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Unions report positive reception on the Hill for immigration reform
June 17, 2013Unionists who descended on Congress to lobby for comprehensive immigration reform reported many favorable reactions from lawmakers.
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Unions descend on Capitol Hill for big immigration push
June 13, 2013WASHINGTON (PAI) - Backed by strong statements from AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka and Service Employees President Mary Kay Henry, dozens of local union leaders from around the nation descended on Capitol Hill starting on June 12...
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