The Leadership Conference is working diligently to see that Tom Perez is confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Labor. Perez is an eminently qualified public servant and consensus builder who has dedicated his career to ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and have the opportunity to succeed. He has served with integrity and distinction at the local, state and national level, compiling an outstanding record of achievement.
Immigration
Immigration policy affects all aspects of society. Regardless of status, immigrants have always played a central role in the life and growth of our nation. Immigrants contribute $10 billion a year to this country's economic growth. Unfortunately, in the wake of September 11 terrorist attacks, immigrants in the United States have increasingly been targets of discrimination and suspicion. Our country must be defended, but one must not forget this nation's commitment to the ideals of equality and freedom for all peoples.
Civil Rights Groups’ Lawsuit Challenging the Constitutionality of S.B. 1070 AdvancesOctober 13, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Last week, U.S. District Court Judge Susan Bolton upheld key parts of a class action lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Arizona's anti-immigrant law, S.B. 1070, brought by a coalition of civil rights groups on behalf of labor, domestic violence, day laborer, human services, and social justice organizations. Diverse ‘One Nation’ March Highlights Need for Bold Solutions, Voter Turnout in NovemberOctober 4, 2010 - Posted by Avril Lighty Nearly 200,000 people from across America came together Saturday to rally for "jobs, justice, and education" at the "One Nation Working Together" march on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The march was designed to spur elected officials to enact a bold agenda to move our country forward, and to urge voters to take part in the mid-term elections on November 2. One Nation Working Together Blogmobile’s Cross Country Journey for ChangeSeptember 27, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference On September 25, seven social advocates from One Nation Working Together in California embarked on a journey to Washington, D.C., as part of the One Nation Working Together Blogmobile. Opponents Block Senate Votes on 'Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell' Repeal and DREAM ActSeptember 22, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Yesterday, the Senate failed to garner enough votes to begin debating the Department of Defense authorization bill, making it less likely that the "don't ask, don't tell" repeal and the DREAM Act, which were both added to the bill as amendments, will become law this year. Senate Expected to Vote on DREAM Act SoonSeptember 20, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D. Nev., is expected to bring the Development, Relief and Education for Minors (DREAM) Act to the floor this month. It will be offered as an amendment to a defense bill. Faith Leaders Celebrate MLK's Legacy and Make Renewed Call to Action for Civil and Human RightsAugust 26, 2010 - Posted by Avril Lighty On Saturday, August 28, faith leaders and civil and human rights advocates will gather at Shiloh Baptist Church to commemorate the 47th anniversary of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech and commit themselves to renewed activism for social justice. Civil Rights Groups: Money for Border Security Not Enough. Pass Comprehensive Immigration ReformAugust 10, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Immigration experts, government officials, and civil rights leaders say that an enforcement-only strategy will not solve the U.S. immigration system's underlying problems, and they are urging Congress to pass a comprehensive immigration reform bill. Judge Halts Sections of the Arizona Immigration Law (S.B. 1070)July 29, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference U.S. District Court Judge Susan Bolton issued a preliminary injunction yesterday preventing Arizona from implementing sections of controversial immigration law S.B. 1070. The injunction will stand until the courts have the ability to review the case in its entirety. Other parts of the law took effect today. Student Activists Rally in Support of the DREAM ActJuly 22, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference
Immigrant rights activists gathered at the Capitol this Tuesday to rally in support of the DREAM Act. While protesters rallied outside the Hart Senate Office Building, 21 undocumented immigrant college students staged sit-ins at congressional offices in support of their right to an education. At the conclusion of the sit-ins, these students were arrested and turned over to federal immigration enforcement to face possible deportation proceedings. The DREAM Act is bipartisan legislation that would provide a path to legal citizenship to children of undocumented immigrants – many of whom have lived in the United States nearly all their lives – provided that they earn a college degree or serve two years in the military. Civil and human rights groups strongly support this legislation as a common sense policy that promotes education, public service, and civic society for all. For more resources on the DREAM Act and how you can get involved, visit dreamact.info. Panel Says Immigration Reform Must Include Path to CitizenshipJuly 19, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Immigration experts, government officials, and civil rights leaders say that an enforcement-only strategy will not solve the U.S. immigration system's underlying problems. |
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