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DACA Declared Illegal Once Again by Federal Court Judge

Sofía Aguilar
Undocumented immigrants protected by Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), are once again having to defend the program created by former President Barack Obama in 2012. It was first declared illegal in court in 2013 and was  ruled illegal again...
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13 Movies About the Latinx Immigrant Experience You Need to Watch

Sofía Aguilar
In honor of National Immigrant Heritage Month we’re celebrating immigrants and the contributions they’ve made to U.S. history and culture. Though we don’t often see ourselves reflected in Hollywood, when we do it makes us feel seen and validates our...
Culture

15 Must-Read Books About the Latinx Immigrant Experience

Sofía Aguilar
June is National Immigrant Heritage Month, an annual month-long celebration of immigrants and what they’ve contributed to this country. Part of uplifting their experiences is reading books by Latinx immigrant writers, whether through nonfiction memoirs or fictionalized accounts based on...
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Heartbreaking Artwork Commemorates Anniversary of Family Separation

Araceli Cruz
One year ago, the Trump Administration implemented family separation at the border. While a federal judge halted the appalling policy, the ramifications continue today. Thousands were separated — and the exact number is unknown considering the government didn’t correctly track...