The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act

By Chris Tobias  The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, championed by President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, has ignited a contentious debate over its potential impact on the American electoral system. While proponents argue that the legislation aims to bolster election integrity, critics contend that it poses significant threats to voter accessibility and could […]

Love is a Strength, Not a Weakness: A Philosophical and Spiritual Perspective

Love is a Strength, Not a Weakness: A Philosophical and Spiritual Perspective

By Sandy Conners Love is often romanticized, criticized, and misunderstood. Some see it as a soft, vulnerable emotion—a weakness that makes people susceptible to pain and manipulation. Yet, history, philosophy, and spirituality consistently demonstrate that love is not a weakness but a profound strength. As philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche once said, “That which does not kill […]

New Bipartisan Bill Introduced in the U.S. House and Senate Proposes Innovative Solutions to the Farmland Access Crisis

New Bipartisan Bill Introduced in the U.S. House and Senate Proposes Innovative Solutions to the Farmland Access Crisis

Washington, D.C. (April 1, 2025) Today, the bipartisan New Producer Economic Security Act was introduced in the U.S. House and Senate by Representatives Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13), Zach Nunn (R-IA-03), Joe Courtney (D-CT-02), Don Davis (D-NC-01), Eric Sorenson (D-IL-17), Jill Tokuda (D-HI-02), and Gabe Vasquez (D-NM-02), as well as Senator Tina Smith (D-MN), to support young farmers and ranchers in accessing farmland. […]

Rules for Radicals: Making a Difference Peacefully

Rules for Radicals: Making a Difference Peacefully

Introduction Saul Alinsky’s “Rules for Radicals” is often regarded as a manifesto for grassroots organizers and activists striving for social change. Written in 1971, the book provides a strategic framework for those who want to address societal injustices through practical, nonviolent means. Alinsky, a veteran community organizer, wrote this guide for the “Have-Nots” seeking to […]

Trump Is Trying to Deter Us from Representing Immigrants in Court. It Won’t Work.

Trump Is Trying to Deter Us from Representing Immigrants in Court. It Won’t Work.

By Rebekah Wolf, IMMIGRATION IMPACT The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. On March 22, the Trump administration issued a memo, directing the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security […]

Recovery and Reform: An Ex-Gang Member’s Story

Recovery and Reform: An Ex-Gang Member’s Story

By Pablo Balcazar, IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Photo credit: IMMIGRATION IMPACT The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. Congress approved a full-year continuing resolution on March 14 that will fund mass deportation while gutting domestic spending. […]

The Missing Due Process for Gang Allegations

The Missing Due Process for Gang Allegations

By Nayna Gupta, IMMIGRATION IMPACT | The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. When the Trump administration essentially disappeared 238 Venezuelan men (and potentially women) living in the United States to a prison in El Salvador earlier […]

Deportation of Maryland Dad with Protected Status is a Stark Warning Why Due Process Matters

Deportation of Maryland Dad with Protected Status is a Stark Warning Why Due Process Matters

Editorial credit: eddie-hernandez.com / shuttterstock.com District Judge ruling: “generalization of criminality” to Venezuelans “smacks of racism predicated on generalized false stereotypes.”  Washington, DC — In a ruling yesterday blocking the Trump administration’s attempt to rescind Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from Venezuelans, U.S. District Judge Edward Chen noted this administration’s “generalization of criminality” to Venezuelans, calling it “baseless” and assessing […]

How to Obtain a Pardon in New York State: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Obtain a Pardon in New York State: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Figeroux & Associates | Call 855-768-8845 Introduction Obtaining a gubernatorial pardon in New York State is a significant step toward overcoming the lingering effects of a criminal conviction. A pardon offers relief from collateral consequences like limited employment opportunities, housing barriers, and, in some cases, immigration challenges.  This comprehensive guide outlines the step-by-step process […]