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.
Poll: Majority Supporting SB 1070 Also Wants Comprehensive Immigration ReformJuly 8, 2010 - Posted by Avril Lighty Contrary to popular belief, the majority of voters who support the controversial Arizona immigration law SB 1070 also overwhelmingly supports comprehensive immigration reform, according to a new poll conducted by Lake Research Partners for America's Voice. Civil Rights Groups Welcome Federal Lawsuit Challenging Arizona Anti-Immigration LawJuly 6, 2010 - Posted by Avril Lighty The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit Tuesday to invalidate the controversial Arizona immigration law that gives local police the authority to detain anyone suspected of being in the country illegally. President Obama Calls for Bipartisan Comprehensive Immigration Reform BillJuly 1, 2010 - Posted by Tyler Lewis This morning, President Obama gave a major speech on the need to pass a comprehensive immigration reform bill that fixes the nation's broken system. The president called on Congress to put aside politics and pass a bipartisan bill. Civil and Human Rights Groups Concerned about Rising Number of State Laws Targeting ImmigrantsJune 22, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference As Arizona's anti-immigration law continues to stir controversy, at least 22 other states have passed or are considering similar legislation aiming to aggressively target people suspected of being in the United States without documentation. Protesters Rally against Arizona’s Anti-Immigration Law in Washington D.C.June 3, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Hundreds of people came to Washington, D.C., today to protest Arizona's anti-immigration law (S.B. 1070) and push Congress to enact comprehensive immigration reform. The rally was sponsored by America's Voice and supported by a number of other organizations, including SEIU and Catholics United. Supporters, braving the summer heat, picketed in front of the White House where President Obama was meeting with Arizona Governor Jan Brewer about S.B. 1070. They also heard speeches from several supporters who said that the law is putting the Arizona economy at risk. S.B. 1070, signed by Governor Jan Brewer on April 23, will make racial profiling the norm in Arizona by requiring law enforcement officers to stop, question, detain, and arrest anyone that they have a "reasonable suspicion" to believe is undocumented. The law has been widely denounced as extreme, unconstitutional, and fundamentally unfair and discriminatory. Civil and Human Rights Groups File Lawsuit, Plan March against Arizona's S.B. 1070May 26, 2010 - Posted by Jheanelle Wilkins Civil and human rights groups are working on multiple fronts to galvanize support for repealing Arizona's controversial anti-immigration law, S.B. 1070, before it goes into effect on July 28. Civil Rights and Labor Leaders Urge DHS to End Arizona Immigration Enforcement ProgramMay 14, 2010 - Posted by Ron Bigler Arizona’s new anti-immigration law (S.B. 1070) would make the federal government complicit in racial profiling, unless the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rescinds agreements with Arizona law enforcement under an immigration training and enforcement program, according to The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and the AFL-CIO. The Leadership Conference Joins Boycott against Arizona Anti-Immigrant LawMay 6, 2010 - Posted by Tyler Lewis  Leadership Conference President and CEO Wade Henderson with civil and human rights leaders announcing the boycott. The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights joined the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) and other organizations around the country today to announce a boycott of the state of Arizona in protest of the state's anti-immigrant law, S.B. 1070. The participating organizations have pledged to hold no conventions, conferences, special events, or major meetings involving significant travel to Arizona while S.B. 1070 is in effect. The Leadership Conference has also pledged to urge its more than 200 member organizations to do the same. Henderson Condemns Arizona Anti-Immigration Bill as a "Catastrophe in the Making" and Urges Governor to VetoApril 22, 2010 - Posted by Tyler Lewis UPDATE 4/23 – Gov. Brewer signed the bill into law. Wade Henderson, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference, joined with other national civil rights leaders today to condemn Arizona's anti-immigration bill and urge Gov. Jan Brewer to veto it. Civil Rights Advocates Say Arizona Anti-Immigration Bill Mandates Racial ProfilingApril 15, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference The Arizona House of Representatives has passed a bill that civil rights advocates say would infringe upon the rights of thousands of immigrants, both legal and undocumented. The bill would permit identity checks on residents if Arizona law enforcement officers have "reasonable suspicion" they are undocumented immigrants. |
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