legislation

Immigration reform fight begins in earnest

February 5, 2013 By Dan Margolis

The move for reform has been spearheaded by undocumented youth themselves, but also includes Obama, sections of the Democratic Party, labor, churches and other community organizations.

Will Republicans keep blocking Violence Against Women Act?

February 5, 2013 By Susan Webb

Earlier, Republicans blocked reauthorization because they opposed extending protections to 30 million women who are undocumented immigrants, Native Americans, LGBT, or students on campuses.

Immigration reform a top goal for Auto Workers

February 5, 2013 By Mark Gruenberg

Declaring, "We are a union of immigrants," Auto Workers President Bob King elevated immigration reform to a top spot on the UAW's lobbying agenda.

Report challenges anti-immigrant “enforcement first” calls

January 8, 2013 By Dan Margolis

The United States already spends more money on and has more infrastructure devoted to stopping undocumented immigrants from entering the country than for any other activity designated as illegal.

New Yorkers continue the fight for paid sick leave

December 18, 2012 By Gabe Falsetta

One million New Yorkers can't take a day off when they're sick. A bill would make sure they earn paid sick days and would prevent workers from losing their jobs just because they or their children...