It is not entirely surprising that many people think of Latinos when immigration reform is discussed. Of course, Latinos are not the only group of people who are interested and deeply vested in updating U.S. immigration laws, but with 40 percent of the city of...
Month: April 2014
Only 46 Syrian refugees settled in the US in 2013
The conflict in Syria has been raging for over three years, leaving over 100,000 people killed and millions displaced within Syria. Millions more people have been driven from the country, forced to seek refuge and asylum in neighboring countries. While many hope to...
Pennsylvania joins states debating driver’s license bills
Did you know that immigrants in Lancaster County who are outside of the immigration system cannot get driver's licenses? Exchange students, immigrants who have moved here for work and immigrants rejoining family members can all get driver's licenses if they apply and...
Green card applications for Chinese investors soar
The United States is often referred to as the land of opportunity. People from all over the world aspire to come to this country and work, earn a living and take care of their families. Our immigration system supports this goal by offering certain visas to people who...