In Alabama and Mississippi, immigration reform is at the forefront of political debates. Controversial laws that limit opportunities for immigrant students in several Southern states have prompted immigrant allies to develop a 21st century “underground railroad” of assistance for their undocumented neighbors.
When she was four years old, Daniela Pelaez emigrated with her parents from Colombia to the United States. They had visas. But when the visas expired, her parents decided to stay in the country and raise their children here illegally. Fast forward a dozen years, and Daniela is now the valedictorian of her graduating class. […]
Immigration reform has been a hot button topic in this campaign cycle – but for all the talk, there hasn’t been much real action. As the government stalls on immigration reform, many private citizens are taking actions into their own hands. It’s a 21st century “Underground Railroad” of sorts – a network of Americans who […]