Calvin Coolidge (middle of picture). Editorial Credit: Shutterstock By Zeke Hernandez | The Hill 100 years ago today, America committed its biggest immigration blunder when President Calvin Coolidge signed the National Origins Act. As we commemorate the anniversary, most of the conversation focuses on condemning the racist motivation of excluding Asians and Southern and Eastern Europeans. (Suffice it to say that Adolf Hitler was a fan.) But […]
By James E. Causey I remember the first time I witnessed domestic violence. I was 7 years old and spent the night at my cousin’s house. His mother, whom I affectionately called Cousin Pearl, was beautiful. Her husband was nice until his weekend drinking benders. It would start with one can of Schlitz Malt Liquor, […]
By Jack Arpey | Spectrum News 1 Advocates and some Democratic lawmakers are pushing for a bill that would prohibit local law enforcement and other officials from questioning individuals regarding their citizenship or immigration status, as well as sharing information about someone’s immigration status with federal enforcement officials except under certain circumstances. Murad Awawdeh, president […]
By Pearl Phillip As the United States gears up for another crucial election cycle, the spotlight is once again on the diverse tapestry of its electorate. Among the most influential demographics are women of color, whose collective voice significantly shapes the country’s political landscape. A recent poll conducted by Intersections of Our Lives sheds light on this pivotal group’s voting […]
By Gabe Ortiz | America’s Voice Immigrants have a long and distinguished history of serving in the U.S. military. This Memorial Day, we also remember that some have made the ultimate sacrifice for their adoptive nation. According to one figure, 300 foreign-born soldiers died in combat between 2001 and 2013. One of these immigrant patriots, Marine […]
By Matthew Smith | The Conversation One hundred years ago, the U.S. Congress enacted the most notorious immigration legislation in American history. Signed by President Calvin Coolidge, the Immigration Act of 1924 dramatically reduced immigration from eastern and southern Europe and practically barred it from Asia. How the law did this, however, was somewhat subtle: a quota. Lawmakers […]
Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com A significant turn has occurred in the corruption investigation surrounding Mayor Eric Adams, as his former aide, Rana Abbasova, has reportedly begun cooperating with federal authorities. Abbasova, who previously served as Adams’s liaison to the Turkish community, is now providing valuable information to investigators probing into alleged misconduct during […]
Editorial credit: Vic Hinterlang / Shutterstock.co By Maria Estela Rivero Fuentes | The Conversation Why are so many young Hondurans heading north? Research by me and two colleagues, published in the peer-reviewed journal International Migration, delved into the factors that motivate young people – those ages 16 to 29 – to leave the central American country and migrate […]
Editorial credit: Roy De La Cruz / Shutterstock.com Dear New Yorkers, In January, the Adams Administration enacted a cruel policy of evicting asylum-seeking families from shelter every 60 days with the empty promise of intensive case management. That same day, my office launched an investigation into the City’s implementation of this “60-Day Rule.” Our findings, released today, are […]
Originally published on 311divorce.com. In the intricate dance of romantic relationships, sexual compatibility often holds a significant sway. A recent study has delved into this area, shedding light on an intriguing aspect of intimate partnerships. The research suggests that women are more inclined to leave partners who struggle with erectile dysfunction, highlighting the pivotal role of […]
