That’s where Hassan fell in love with the idea of helping other new Americans, and he went to Tennessee State University to get a degree in political science. His entire college tuition was paid for with a few grants and two part-time jobs.
Since graduating, Hassan has started a consulting company to help other new Americans, and he has purchased a coffee shop where fellow Africans gather. Hassan spends many hours outside work helping those who have recently immigrated to Nashville.
“My favorite part of coming to America – leaving a place where there were no options in life, coming to a place that is increasingly challenging and rewarding at the same time,” he said.
“Here, despite challenges, you are the driver of your destiny.”

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Anthony Carbajal via Change.org

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I was diagnosed with ALS last year, which means I have 2-5 years to live. But a new drug could save my life – please help me convince the FDA to allow ALS patients like me to have early access to this life-saving medication.

Sign Anthony’s petition

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On this Day … 1972 ERA

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1972

Equal Rights Amendment passed by Congress

On March 22, 1972, the Equal Rights Amendment is passed by the U.S. Senate and sent to the states for ratification. First proposed by the National Woman’s political party in 1923, the Equal Rights Amendment was to provide for the legal equality of the sexes and prohibit discrimination on the basis…

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Shameless in Seattle: Shell’s sneaky Arctic drilling deal ~Earthjustice e.Brief

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The Polar Pioneer is one of Shell Oil's drill rigs that may be coming to Seattle. (Tor Even Mathisen / Flickr)

Shell’s Battle for Seattle

Conservation groups are challenging the Port of Seattle’s decision to make the city a home base for Shell’s Arctic drilling fleet without first telling the public or evaluating the environmental risks.

STAND UP TO SHELL!

We’re fighting to defend the Arctic from a new surge of reckless offshore drilling, but we’re up against a powerful opponent, and we need your help!

DONATE NOW

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Tell your Senators to support Loretta Lynch

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Your Senators are about to cast a vote that matters tremendously for women.

The U.S. Attorney General is responsible for enforcing federal laws, many of which have a serious impact on the legal rights and futures of women across this country. We need a strong Attorney General with extensive legal expertise, breadth and depth of experience, and a strong commitment to equal justice and the rule of law.

We need Loretta Lynch to be the next Attorney General.

Tell Your Senators to Support the Nomination of Loretta LynchSoon, your Senators will be casting a very important vote. Tell them to vote YES on Loretta Lynch’s nomination to be Attorney General.

Take Action

Ms. Lynch’s qualifications are unassailable. Her legal experience has been both broad and deep, including time in private practice, teaching, and significant government service. Twice, she has served as the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York — and was confirmed unanimously by the Senate to that position.

She’s built a reputation as a fair and even-handed prosecutor with exceptional dedication to the rule of law. Ms. Lynch’s work has earned her the support of dozens of current and former government officials on both sides of the aisle, individuals, and organizations.

If confirmed, she would also be the first African-American woman to serve as Attorney General.

Tell your Senators to vote YES on Loretta Lynch’s nomination so that she can begin the important work that awaits her at the Department of Justice.

Thank you for everything you do to advance the rights of women and girls.

Sincerely,
Marcia Greenberger
Co-President
National Women’s Law Center