FRIDA KAHLO... BORDERLINE...

While in the U.S. with her husband, Frida Kahlo painted this self-portrait depicting a human border, that separates both the United States and Mexico. In a strong response to her disappointment and unhappiness with the U.S., Frida Kahlo demonstrates the beauty of a country found south of the border. Meanwhile, the U.S. is buried in smoke and industrialization. In this 1932 self-portrait, we can readily observe the significance of the standing border that creates separation.

Frida Kahlo. Self-Portrait on the Border Line Between Mexico and the United States. 1932. Oil on metal 31.7 x 35 cm. Private collection.

NEW HAVEN, CONN... IMMIGRATION ON THE SPOTLIGHT

In a report released by the Associated press, ten New Haven residents have placed an immediate lawsuit against federal officials. 

The situation or conflict, is that federal officials conducted an immigration raid against a New Haven program that would provide I.D. cards for any resident regardless of their immigration status. 

The lawsuit was presented today, Wednesday, and through e-mail sources demonstrates the "hostility to the I.D. card program." 

Originally reported by the Associated Press, John Christoffersen. 

Original Article: http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5j9gwq_xjV5MtRZANVPq9GmATinzgD9BK8P200

Image:http://www.bnb411.com/images/states/Connecticut_bed_and_breakfast.jpg

BASTA DOBBS!!! ENOUGH!!!

JOIN THE CAMPAIGN!!!

Lou Dobbs uses his platform on CNN to spread myths and misinformation about Latinos and immigrants, even as his network is wooing Latino viewers. It’s time we said enough (that’s “basta” in Spanish). Join us in calling on CNN to get rid of Dobbs! -bastadobbs.com

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THE NEO-NAZI RALLY, NAZI HATE IS CONFRONTED...

In a past protest and today, Oct. 24, in the City of Riverside, there has been a confrontation between the neo-Nazis [about 20] and 600 counter-demonstrators in an anti-immigration rally. The fight between both groups, as confirmed by the police, began around 10:15am.

The rally began at 10am, with about 600 protestors holding anti-Nazi signs. The police force was heavily present, with a helicopter flying above both groups, as they insulted and screamed at each other.
Only one man was arrested.
 
[orignally reported by KESQ.COM]
Image: http://static.sdnn.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/neo-nazi-rally-007-400x300.jpg

THE CUT FOR LOU DOBBS

Time after time, the news network CNN has allowed for the continuous hate remarks of “journalist” Lou Dobbs. He defends his argument by saying “if we report it, it’s fact.” His argument against “ALIENS” invading this country is that they have “leprosy” and are putting the health of Americans at risk. His arguments are beyond exaggerated and absurd. For more information please visit the following web site and stop this so-called journalist from instilling fear in Americans.

http://www.dropdobbs.com/take-action/

CAPITOL HILL, VISITED BY IMMIGRATION ADVOCATES

Today in Washington, thousands of people lobbied and rallied for a complete immigration reform.

The advocates for the comprehensive immigration reform said they hope Obama will soon leave the shadows of the topic and start acting on his stated commitment to a reform. An immediate call to action on immigration was the main objective of the event.

The attendees reinforced the idea that reform is immediately needed to legalize people and stop the separation of families.

For a comprehensive analysis of the event: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/14/us/14immig.html
Image: http://d.yimg.com/a/p/rids/20091013/i/r2471879929.jpg

IMPACT OF THE ART

I just couldn't put this artist on the side bars. While looking around, I found Malaquias Montoya; an Albuquerque, New Mexico native, raised in the San Joaquin Valley. I think his art speaks for itself, with nothing more to say than, WOW!

 

AN IMMIGRANTS DREAM, THE AMERICAN RESPONSE por Malaquías Montoya. Acrílico-2003

PLEASE VISIT HIS SITE: http://www.malaquiasmontoya.com/

CHANGES FOR DETENTION CENTERS

On Tuesday Oct. 6, the Obama administration will be releasing an outline that will set various changes for the immigration detention centers.

The plan is to determine “whom to lock up and for how long based on the danger and flight risk posed by detainees.” The detention centers are being revised in order to raise standards and make changes that were last done during the Bush administration.

These changes are being implented due to the poor health and medical treatment, and the inability to access services, “such as phones to speak with lawyers.”

To read the complete Wall Street Journal article please click:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125479445330366545.html
photo: http://onlineathens.com/images/082506/16177_223.jpg

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IMMIGRATION SPOILS OLYMPICS FOR CHICAGO

On Friday Oct. 2, 2009 after the disappointing news that Chicago, Illinois had lost the Olympic bid, the broken Immigration laws came back to bite us.

The NY Daily News reported that the bid was lost because of the complicated Immigration system in the United States. “A member of the International Olympic Committee from Pakistan,” Syed Shaid Ali said that the U.S. lost some of “its juice as a destination for foreign tourists." 

Ali noticed that the ability for foreigners to enter the U.S. would be an upsetting “experience.”

President Obama responded by saying that, “America at its best is open to the world” and along with the “White House and State Department,” he would try to make the process easier for international visitors.

The loss of the Chicago Olympic bid is a “victim of America’s Broken Immigration System,” as stated by the Immigration Policy Center. President Obama said that “the U.S. is open for business, but our nation’s actions have proved quite the opposite.”

This outcome should serve as an indication that an immigration reform law needs to be promptly discussed and approved.

We'll be watching the 2016 Summer Olympics live from Rio De Janeiro!

Artivle: http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dc/2009/10/immigration-issue-drifts-into.html
Photo: http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Sport/Pix/pictures/2009/10/2/1254483493279/Barack-Obama-001.jpg