Why the Southern Border is “The New Ellis Island” New report showcases a new way to look at the border, from the perspectives of border leaders — local law enforcement, academics, faith leaders and local government officials (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – On Wednesday, May 8 a group of border stakeholders released their report, “The New Ellis [...]
(EL PASO, Texas) – The Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) applauds the Senate bipartisan efforts in releasing the comprehensive immigration reform bill today-a moment that the border and immigrant communities have long awaited for. In particular, BNHR applauds the inclusion of language to create DHS Border Oversight Task Force in the proposed legislation. This [...]
(EL PASO, Texas) — There was a lot of talk about border security from leaders of both parties at today’s immigration hearing in the House Judiciary Committee. Unfortunately, it was all rhetoric from people who don’t seem to understand the reality of the border. The usual suspects such as Republicans Rep. Lamar Smith and Rep. [...]
By Fernando Garcia, BNHR Executive Director Last week, the fight for immigration reform kicked off in earnest. Plans from both Senate leaders and President Obama were unveiled. After more than 25 years of intense advocacy, we have never been closer to immigration reform than we are right now. The high turnout of Latino voters in [...]
(EL PASO, Texas) – Today a bi-partisan group of 8 U.S. Senators released a set of principles to shape, pass and implement long overdue comprehensive immigration reform. The principles, drafted by Sens. Schumer, McCain, Durbin, Graham, Menendez, Rubio, Bennet, and Flake, represent a mixed bag of immigration policies, with some representing rational, humane and overdue [...]
EL PASO, Texas – Immigrant advocates in Texas are marking International Human Rights Day today by decrying what they call “systematic violations” of international law and the U.S. Constitution. At a 1 p.m. rally at the border fence in El Paso, protestors will demand sweeping reforms of the immigration system. Fernando Garcia, who directs the [...]
When: Monday, December 10, 2012 at 1 p.m. Where: The Border Fence at the intersection of S San Marcial St and The Cesar Chavez Border Highway. Note: Parking is available at the intersection of Delta and Cypress. This Monday, December 10 will mark the 64th annual International Human Rights Day. Celebrations and demonstrations are scheduled [...]
