Immigration attorney Erika Pinheiro says although asylum is a universal protection for refugees, the U.S. has used it as a "political tool … to favor those fleeing regimes that the United States opposes."
Today marks one year since the killing of Mario Gonzalez.
As we honor his life, we must continue to hold the media, police, and District Attorney to uphold their accountability to stop the bleeding in our streets.
Time is now, no more #politricks
A bill that would abolish the requirement that coroners investigate stillbirths passed the Assembly Health Committee on an 11-3 vote late Tuesday, while hundreds of anti-abortion activists protested against the proposed change on the Capitol steps https://t.co/povOVzlhwy
This is the first time that we have helped free a 3 person family unit from detention! Raul and his wife Laura and sister Ana are now all together in Los Angeles ready to start their new life in the US.
You can visit the link in our bio to help,
#BorderAngels
Under California law, all fetal deaths at or after 20 weeks, with the exception of abortions, are treated as “unattended deaths," requiring a coroner to investigate.
In 48 of 58 counties, the sheriff is also the coroner https://t.co/povOVzlhwy
A message to senators opposing the END of Title 42 expulsions:
Title 42 is illegal—it blocks the legal right to asylum, guaranteed under U.S. law.
Title 42 is cruel—it expels asylum seekers to danger.
Title 42 is racist—it disproportionately targets Black and brown migrants.
#CesarChavezDay is coming to an end, but the call to support farm workers continues. Commit to advocating for farm workers beyond today. Join @SierraClub in taking the #SiSePuedePledge now: https://t.co/E1Qi8fEK1Y
Amy Hanauer: We didn't win The New Deal because Franklin Roosevelt was a good guy; we won it because people stood up & said the economy wasn't working for them. It's the same now, & we need to stand up once again.
@amyhanauer@itep
$813 billion in military spending after just ending the longest war in U.S. history and just a measly $45 billion to address a climate crisis that threatens our very existence as a species.
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I am so proud of these kids. The way they passionately embrace the LGBTQ community is such an immaculate feeling knowing that they are our future voting bloc and hate will not be the victor in our culture. I never saw this immense support growing up. Just beautiful. ❤️
No one should have to live with the fear of being separated from their family.
Congress must pass immigration reform to protect immigrant families across the country from the fear of deportation. #FamiliesBelongTogether
After a former @ConcordPD_CA Lt. testified he brought “badge bending” to @VallejoPd, Concord PD tells @abc7newsbayarea it has no reason to believe any other officer past or present participated in this practice.
Antonia Hernández has spent decades advocating for social justice + improving the lives of underserved communities. Her policy work provided greater job opportunities for minorities + widened voting rights in the U.S.
Antonia deserves her recognition this #WomensHistoryMonth. 💓
Consumers know that prices for products have increased as a result of supply chain issues, but corporations are reporting record profits.
They have taken advantage of the situation and increased prices above what is needed to make up for increased costs.
https://t.co/rs7vZSa21F
Around the world, millions of children suffer a mix of poverty and discrimination and are disadvantaged because of who they are.
Every child, regardless of their race or socioeconomic background, deserves an equal chance to reach their potential.
#BlackHistoryMonth