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Letters from the Valley – May Day Plans for Northampton
“We want the city to make a commitment that it’s going to warn the community of an ICE raid, as… Read more Letters from the Valley – May Day Plans for Northampton
Tell the State House to help our immigrant communities – View from Cambridge
“When it comes to the immigrants who make our city tick, Cambridge has guaranteed basic human rights and access to… Read more Tell the State House to help our immigrant communities – View from Cambridge
Would You Warn Your Neighbors About An Immigration Raid? – Commentary from WBUR
“The Safe Communities Act has received support from immigration advocates and the police. But the governor’s office continues to rebuff… Read more Would You Warn Your Neighbors About An Immigration Raid? – Commentary from WBUR
Newspaper’s headline word choice was offensive – Commentary in Lowell
“Immigration is a civil matter, and relevant laws are enforced by the federal government. The mission of state and local… Read more Newspaper’s headline word choice was offensive – Commentary in Lowell
News – Mass. police chiefs associations back latest version of ‘Safe Communities Act’
“The lead sponsors of a bill that would limit the ability of state and local police to work with federal… Read more News – Mass. police chiefs associations back latest version of ‘Safe Communities Act’
The reality of House Bill 3269 – A Response by Rep. Higgins
“This legislation was crafted to ensure that our state and local officials are following the constitution and treating people fairly,… Read more The reality of House Bill 3269 – A Response by Rep. Higgins
Lawmakers should step up to protect immigrants – View from Framingham
“Immigration is a federal responsibility; there is no constitutional requirement for state and local governments to assist in enforcement. In… Read more Lawmakers should step up to protect immigrants – View from Framingham
Repugnance to a Cruel Witch Hunt – View from Cape Cod
“If [Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance spokesman Paul Diego] Craney is interested in saving taxpayer money, he should take note of the… Read more Repugnance to a Cruel Witch Hunt – View from Cape Cod
Students Phone Bank for Safe Communities Act – Calls in Cambridge
‘“We’re very concerned that ICE has been creating an atmosphere of fear, forcing people into the shadows, and participating in… Read more Students Phone Bank for Safe Communities Act – Calls in Cambridge