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You’re invited: Tony & Janina’s American Wedding


 

Be a part of their story

Have you heard the story about Tony & Janina? Their family was torn apart by our broken immigration system and their heartbreaking story has been captured by a powerful documentary film.

Tony & Janina’s story is just one of thousands that happen every day. More and more states are attempting to copycat Arizona’s racial profiling laws, while the House of Representatives has grown increasingly restrictionist and lawmakers attempt to take citizenship away from newborn babies.

We need to stand up and fight back, locally and nationally.

But where do we start? With you. In your homes and communities, with your friends and families, at your churches and schools. We want you to hold a screening of a special version of “Tony & Janina’s American Wedding” and invite your community. We’ll provide you with a special copy of the film, discussion questions and everything you’ll need to get your community involved.

Sign up to host a screening party in your neighborhood >> http://ri4a.org/

It’s simple. Just sign up to host, set the date and time of your party, and then start inviting your friends. We’ll provide you with everything you need to get the discussion underway – you just provide the space.

We need everyone in the fight. Host a party, share Tony & Janina’s story and get your friends and family involved!

http://reformimmigrationforamerica.org/blog/blog/tony-janinas-american-wedding/

Thanks,

Marissa Graciosa

Reform Immigration FOR America

Pols’ 12 Most Racist Claims | European Xenophobia Rising | New Immi Law Embraces Racial Profiling


Finally, an Immigration Bill that Embraces Racial Profiling!

Snyder’s bill tells police to drop their “reasonable suspicions” of anyone hailing from dozens of countries full of white people. How is that not racial profiling?READ MORE

Travis Packer / Immigration Impact

As Election Looms, Observers Are Watching AZ Immigration Law Case Closely

SB 1070’s impact has gone beyond Arizona races as the law has become part of the national immigration debate. READ MORE

Valeria Fernandez / New America Media

Thousands of Migrants Detained in Remote Facilities with Limited Access to Legal Counsel 

The unnecessary, expensive and inhumane detention of people who are not dangers to our communities prevents a fair day in court for detainees. READ MORE

By Joan Flanagan / Imagine 2050


Undocumented Mexican immigrants are searched while being in-processed at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), center in Phoenix, Arizona. Thousands of mostly Hispanic immigrants will march in US cities Saturday to press for immigration reform and condemn Arizona's controversial new immigration law, organizers said. 28 out of 33 Recommendations for ICE Changes Have Been Overlooked 

The OIG report shows that ICE talks about its priorities, but doesn’t have actual mechanisms to meet them by measuring progress or ensuring compliance. READ MORE

By Michele Waslin / Immigration Impact



The 12 Most Outrageous Statements Politicos Have Made About Immigration During the 2010 Campaign

From threats of violence against immigrants to calls for mass deportation, candidates across the country are unleashing a torrent of hate speech. READ MORE

/ America’s Voice

Federal Court to AZ: Your Anti-Poor, Anti-Immigrant Voter Law Is Not OK 

Lauren Kelley

Tea Party Loyalists Biased Against Blacks, Latinos, Immigrants, & Gays 

Chip Berlet

Sharron Angle Pits Brown Against White in Another Racist Anti-Immigrant Attack Ad

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Slavoj Zizek: Why Far Right and Xenophobic Politicians Are on the Rise in Europe

Zizek: I really am worried about how the far right is setting the general political agenda, even while being in the minority. READ MORE

By Amy Goodman, Slavoj Zizek / Democracy Now!





Arizona sheriff known for law-and-order style accused of abuse of power (via Anderson Cooper 360)


Ismael Estrada AC360­° Producer Editor’s note: Watch Anderson Cooper 360° Monday beginning at 10 pm ET to learn more about the allegations against Arpaio. (CNN) — Make no mistake about it: Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio is tough on crime. The popular lawman has built a reputation for taking a strong-handed approach to those who break the law in his county. Whether it’s a DUI, a violent crime or being an undocumented immigrant: commit a crime … Read More

via Anderson Cooper 360