Victor met with lawyers at TNJFON to discuss whether he had some other option to change his immigration status. At that meeting, Victor learned that his sister, who is a 21-year-old U.S. citizen, has the right to sponsor him for a green card. Unfortunately, it is not a good option for Victor; the current system requires Victor to wait well over 20 years to get a green card.
Kathryn and Richard Spry hold hands furtively when she tears up. It happens twice during our meeting. They are that rare and inspiring couple that appears to be young and in love and ready to take on the world.
Did I mention that they married in 1969?
Read MoreToday, Tennessee Justice for Our Neighbors joins with the Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC) by signing onto a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen opposing the “Remain in Mexico” policy affecting asylum-seekers, victims of torture and other acts of unspeakable violence.
Read MoreOmar* lived in a small town in Mexico. Life there was far from idyllic; it was full of fear. Neighborhood gangs battled for control, making danger and violence a part of everyday life.
Read MoreLast night Congress released a 1,000+ page piece of legislation that might temporarily settle that question. Here’s what you need to know per the Washington Post.
Read MoreOmar* lived in a small town in Mexico. Life there was far from idyllic; it was full of fear. Neighborhood gangs battled for control, making danger and violence a part of everyday life.
Omar, not yet 20 years old, was in grave danger because he refused to join one of the violent gangs. He lived in poverty and largely alone.
Marwan* was in the sixth month of his radiology residency in a hospital emergency room near the coast of Syria.
Read MoreIt didn't take Tomás long to realize he'd been told lies.
Read MoreBefore you overdose on peppermint lattes, remember that Christmas is about celebrating the birth of Jesus. For me, it's also about re-watching the classic black-and-white film "Casablanca."
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