Why Can’t a Mosque Be a Sanctuary?
It’s a complex question for American Muslims in the current political climate.
Category: Commentary
Columns of news analysis and opinion about the immigration news of the day.
A Fighting Chance – How Immigrant Defense Funds Reduce Detentions and Deportations
Cities and states are taking steps to provide legal assistance to immigrants in deportation proceedings.
Is it Safe Here? – Redefining Sanctuary in the Trump Era
A message from Fi2W’s Executive Producer
Why Just Voting for President Isn’t Enough for a Young, Muslim Community Activist in Brooklyn
“We are not an apathetic generation” explains Aber Kawas, a 24-year-old youth organizer for the Arab-American Association of New York (AAANY). “I think that we care a lot. But I also think that we might be a little bit disgruntled…
Commentary: Immigrants Reflect on the American Dream
Respondents to the Fi2W ‘American Dream’ poll share their reflections on immigration, citizenship, and achieving the American Dream.
Analysis: Nothing New on Immigration Reform in State of the Union, But You Can Speak Out
Read our analysis of President Obama’s speech and answer our quick poll on achieving the American Dream
Ten Films About Immigrants to Watch Over the Holidays
Check out Miranda Shafer’s list of ten must-see films about immigration spanning nearly a century.
Commentary: At Last I Have A Green Card, But Many Others Still Wait
After 23 years in this country, Fi2W’s Erwin de Leon can now truly call the U.S. home.
News Analysis: Are Immigrant-Aid Organizations Ready for Reform?
There’s a big job waiting for community based organizations after Congress acts to legalize undocumented immigrants. Columnist Erwin de Leon says they better be ready.
Commentary: Gay, Married and Waiting (Uncomfortably) for Immigration Reform
Erwin de Leon reflects on why immigration reform is so important to him personally.