Under current law many so-called Dreamers are technically subject to deportation to home countries.
Immigration
Posted inPodcasts, Politics & Society
A World of People on the Move Reviewed for National Migration Week
As National Migration Week concludes, Jill Marie Gerschutz-Bell, a senior policy and legislative specialist for Catholic Relief Services, discusses the conflicts and crises that are forcing people from their communities in the Middle East, Africa and Central America.
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Pope Francis offers message of hope to migrants living in the United States
Archbishop José Gomez of Los Angeles called the video “a beautiful message…and I think that is what we need right now, more hope for the future.”
Posted inDispatches, Faith
Pope Francis calls on the world’s governments for peace and an openness to refugees
Migrants and refugees must be given a dignified welcome, the pope said in his New Year’s message.
Posted inPolitics & Society, Your Take
Your Take: Trump’s first 100 days
We asked our readers what issues should President-Elect Donald J. Trump focus on in his first 100 days as president.
Posted inDispatches, Faith
Catholic bishops: Remember when you were immigrants, too
“Let us remind ourselves of those moments when our loved ones were forced to seek the mercy of others in a new land.”
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
Who will be Donald Trump’s real opposition? Maybe the state of California.
The real alternative government in the United States is not the federal Democratic Party, but the state government of California.
Posted inFaith, News
Outcry follows ‘Muslim Nativity Scene’ despite historically accurate clothing
The leader of the anti-immigrant Northern League, Matteo Salvini, called the pastor’s actions an act of madness.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
Trump’s deportation claims spark action in farmers from California
The state produces nearly half the country's fruits, vegetables and nuts valued of $47 billion annually.
Posted inIn All Things, Politics & Society
Five Stories You May Have Missed in 2016
Here are a few pieces America editors wish had made it on to those top-ten lists but didn’t: