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Domestic Violence Victim Confronts Director of “Secure Communities” (VIDEO)

Domestic Violence Victim Confronts Director of “Secure Communities” (VIDEO)

Nov 18th, 2010

Maria Bolanos, a domestic violence victim who’s call for help led to deportation proceedings, confronted David Venturella, director of the immigration enforcement program, “Secure Communities,” at today’s Woodrow Wilson Center panel discussion.

Hearing on Secure Communities Act: July 12

Hearing on Secure Communities Act: July 12

Jul 9th, 2010

The District of Columbia has helped spark a national movement in being the first city in the nation to reject the falsely named and dangerous Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s “Secure Communities” program. Last month the DC council unanimously introduced legislation to stop the program and on Monday July 12 we again come together to push for the passage of this unprecedented act. Be part of history. Be there.

Express Your Outrage About Arizona’s SB 1070 in Washington, DC May 29th

Express Your Outrage About Arizona’s SB 1070 in Washington, DC May 29th

May 27th, 2010

Join Us In Washington, DC and Express Your Outrage About Arizona’s SB 1070! This Saturday May 29 in Washington, DC Stand in solidarity with the [...]

Video and Photos of March 2010 Hearing in Washington, DC

Video and Photos of March 2010 Hearing in Washington, DC

May 3rd, 2010

On March 19, 2010 nearly 200 people packed the Metropolitan Police Oversight Hearing at the DC District Council with “Moratorium Now” stickers and signs that [...]

DC Council Members Sign Bill to Stop “Secure Communities”

DC Council Members Sign Bill to Stop “Secure Communities”

Apr 27th, 2010

On April 27th, two DC Council members signed the bill they plan to introduce to DC City Council to stop the implementation of “Secure Communities.” This is a first in the nation!

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