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The Rallying Cry for Immigrant Rights

by | 02.24.2008
 

Immigrants and supporters across the country have been mobilized by the anti-immigrant HR 4437. The bill threatens to criminalize those assisting undocumented immigrants as "alien smugglers" and to turn undocumented status from a civil violation to a federal aggravated felony.

Millions have turned out nationwide in series of demonstrations aimed at bringing light to the plight of the 14 million undocumented.

Resources:

• A Day Without an Immigrant
• The Sensenbrenner-King (HR 4437)
• April 10.org
• New American Opportunities Campaign
• Hidden Traps of Immigration Reform - AFSC

Philly Movement Pushes Forward:

While there were speeches, marches, and protests, the real story of May 1st in Philadelphia involved the different "Foros de Inmigracion"
(Immigration Forums) held throughout the city.

7000+ March in Philly on May 1st:

An estimated 7,000 immigrant rights supporters converged from different parts of Phila and Camden as part of a nationwide day of action in support of immigrant rights.

 

 

Anti-Immigrant Legislation:

The Sensenbrenner-King (HR 4437) threatens to criminalize those assisting undocumented immigrants as "alien smugglers" and to turn undocumented status from a civil violation to a federal aggravated felony.

While more promising legislation was introduced to the senate floor, Senators failed to reach a comprimise. It does not appear likely that new immigrant legislation will be passed this year.

Thousands Rally on April 10:


Philadelphia was joined by hundreds of thousands across the country

A Day Without an Immigrant:


On Tuesday Feb 14th immigrants across Philly and regionally staged a walkout to protest bill HR 4437 as part of A Day Without an Immigrant. Video | Photos | Article.