News & Publications Archive
12/20/2006
Vilsack, Guard chief blast feds Des Moines Register
12/18/2006
Vigils held across nation Omaha World-Herald
A community's pain Grand Island Independent
Vigils held to share families' concerns about raids Grand Island Independent
Mass lifts raid victims Des Moines Register
12/17/2006
Illegal immigration raid tears at Grand Island Omaha World-Herald
Mom, kids spend 3 days in agony Des Moines Register
Officials accused of violating rules Des Moines Register
Church packed for town hall meeting Marshalltown Times-Republican
12/16/2006
St. Mary's to host vigil in wake of immigration raid Grand Island Independent
Schools offer safety in face of upheaval Grand Island Independent
Hog producers express concern about local effects of Swift raid Marshalltown Times-Republican
ICE returns to Marshalltown as investigation continues Marshalltown Times-Republican
12/15/2006
Union rents vans to bring detainees back Lincoln Journal-Star
Immigration policy flaws on display Lincoln Journal-Star
Immigration Raids May Affect Meat Prices Omaha World-Herald
More detainees are now facing criminal charges Grand Island Independent
Hispanic leaders unite to stem rumors Grand Island Independent
Union renting vans to bring detainees back Grand Island Independent
Employers face many hurdles in hiring immigrants Grand Island Independent
U.S. officials start moving workers detained in Swift raid Des Moines Register
Companies fear fallout Des Moines Register
Raid critics gather for Des Moines rally Des Moines Register
Advocates point to need for reform Des Moines Register
Meeting tonight to discuss state help available Des Moines Register
No one gains from raid Des Moines Register
Congressional lawmakers sound off on plant raid Marshalltown Times-Republican
Woodbury principal says school recovering Marshalltown Times-Republican
Last of raid detainees leaving Iowa Marshalltown Times-Republican
Immigration raids could drive up beef costs NPRN
12/14/2006
Broken families grasping for answers Lincoln Journal-Star
Some local police reluctant to help in immigration raids Lincoln Journal-Star
Few charged so far after raids tied to ID theft rings Omaha World-Herald
Immigration collisions Omaha World-Herald
Business down, fear up Grand Island Independent
Total of 261 arrested at G.I. Swift plant Grand Island Independent
Recent U.S. citizen tells of being detained until he had proof of citizenship Grand Island Independent
School absenteeism up Grand Island Independent
Social services brace for numbers, some take to their cars Grand Island Independent
Raids not best method against illegal workers Grand Island Independent
Detained Swift employees sort through legal options NPRN
Vigil for Immigration Detainees Des Moines Register
Thursday at the airport Des Moines Register
Thursday at Camp Dodge Des Moines Register
AILA statement with list of vigils Des Moines Register
American Immigration Lawyers Association statement Des Moines Register
Vilsack offers assistance to Marshalltown leaders Des Moines Register
Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines statement Des Moines Register
Supporting detainees Des Moines Register
Vigil/press conference in Des Moines against abusive detentions Des Moines Register
Ninety workers are detained in Swift plant raid Marshalltown Times-Republican
Schools serving as “safe haven” after Swift raid Marshalltown Times-Republican
12/13/2006
Agents raid meat plants in Nebraska, 5 other states Lincoln Journal-Star
Raid on meat processing plants yields hundreds of arrests Omaha World-Herald
Swift tried to forestall plant raids Omaha World-Herald
Raid hits schools hard Omaha World-Herald
Immigration agents raid Swift Grand Island Independent
Protesters voice concerns on immigration raid Grand Island Independent
Swift raid negatively impacts plant operations and workers Grand Island Independent
Union seeks injunction on behalf of impacted workers Grand Island Independent
Anger swells over raid in G.I. Grand Island Independent
Superintendent emphasizes school safety, routine Grand Island Independent
Social service agencies evaluating possible role Grand Island Independent
Immigrant workers the backbone of state's ag labor force Grand Island Independent
Swift raid shakes Grand Island community NPRN
Union Says Some 250 Workers Taken In Grand Island Raid Nebraska StatePaper.com
Raid was 9/11 moment, say M-town Mexican teens Des Moines Register
Federal agents raid Marshalltown Swift plant Marshalltown Times-Republican
Local leaders express concern about implications of Swift raid Marshalltown Times-Republican
Wife, mom among ICE raid’s detainees Marshalltown Times-Republican
Schools note increase in absences as raid begins Marshalltown Times-Republican
12/12/2006
Today's Workplace Raid in Grand Island Meatpacking Plant Is Merely the Last Gasps of a Broken System, and Is Both an Economic Dead-End and Cause of Human Misery. There Is a Better Way. Press Release
ICE Agents Raid Processing Plants Lincoln Journal-Star
Raid on Swift plants includes Nebraska, Iowa Omaha World-Herald
12/10/2006
Learning a Language of Community Washington Post
12/09/2006
A New Wrinkle in Border-Crossing Cases NPR
12/07/2006
New Mexico Governor Decries Border Fence Washington Post
Deporting a Model Noncitizen Washington Post
12/06/2006
Immigration study ties strains on communities to reform gridlock Lincoln Journal-Star
Study: Efforts to deal with immigrants face stiffening attitudes NPRN
Immigration Fees Will Go Up, Director Says New York Times
12/05/2006
Western Union Spins International Financial Web NPR
12/04/2006
Idea behind new citizen test has merit Lincoln Journal-Star
11/30/2006
U.S. to Unveil New Citizenship Questions New York Times
11/29/2006
Legal Immigrants to U.S. Face Green Card Logjam New York Times
Citizenship Agency Lost 111,000 Files Washington Post
11/28/2006
Both sides of border see change Omaha World-Herald
Immigration Files Missing New York Times
11/27/2006
First Responders Learning Spanish New York Times
11/23/2006
Immigration raid an 'economic dead end' Chicago Sun-Times
25 are arrested in latest immigration sweep Omaha World-Herald
11/21/2006
Most Americans Favor Guest - Worker Program: Poll New York Times
11/20/2006
Report highlights growing Hispanic role in Neb. elections North Platte Telegraph
Signs of Hope on Immigration New York Times
11/19/2006
Talking about immigration opens dialogue Grand Island Independent
Smithfield Workers Return to N.C. Plant Washington Post
11/18/2006
Immigrants in Limbo 5 Years After 9/11 Washington Post
11/17/2006
Compromise needed on immigration Lincoln Journal-Star
Latino leader urges end to concept of 'minorities' Omaha World-Herald
Students urge Johanns to aid meat workers Omaha World-Herald
Child Migrants in U.S. Alone Get Sheltered, Deported NPR
Breaking the Wall on Immigration Reform Washington Post
N.M. Gov. Seeks Bush Help for Immigrant Washington Post
Smithfield Workers Walk Out in N.C. Washington Post
Hundreds, All Nonunion, Walk Out at Pork Plant in N.C.New York Times
11/16/2006
'Fast Food Nation' exposes conditions of meatpacking industry Daily Nebraskan
Meatpacking pace under fire Lincoln Journal-Star
Study looks at working conditions for meatpacking employees NPRN
Human Rights Program Examines Meatpacking Industry University of Minnesota Human Rights Program
Packing plant safety still lagging, study says Sioux City Journal
Page to Screen: 'Fast Food Nation' NPR
Immigrant Groups Prepare for Reform Push Washington Post
DHS Watchdog Warns 'Fence' Cost Will Grow Washington Post
Texas Lawmakers Put New Focus on Illegal Immigration New York Times
11/15/2006
One last chance Omaha World-Herald
Justice Department's Brief On Detention Policy Draws Ire Washington Post
11/14/2006
Vatican Official Criticizes U.S. Border Fence Plan New York Times
US: Immigrants May Be Held Indefinitely Washington Post
11/13/2006
Aguilar pushes driver-certificate bill Lincoln Journal-Star
Democrats May Proceed With Caution on Immigration Washington Post
Visa Places Abuse Victim In State of Uncertainty Washington Post
Citizenship Test to Focus on Democracy Washington Post
11/12/2006
Immigration, a Love Story New York Times
11/10/2006
Mexican, U.S. Mayors Blast Border Fence Washington Post
11/09/2006
Democrats' win spurs hope of immigration revamp Washington Post
Bush, Mexico's Calderon to work on immigration Washington Post
Mexico's Calderon Heartened By Outcome of U.S. Elections Washington Post
Latin Americans Cheered by GOP Setback Washington Post
11/07/2006
Calderon to Establish Contact With Bush Washington Post
11/04/2006
Texas: Wider Audience for Border Cameras New York Times
Groups Challenge SoCal Immigration Law Washington Post
11/03/2006
Medicaid Wants Citizenship Proof for Infant Care New York Times
Test of Texas' Border Webcams Is Rocky Washington Post
Latin leaders set to condemn U.S. border fence Washington Post
11/02/2006
Georgia: Raids on Immigrants Prompt Suit New York Times
Immigrant Workers’ Rights Violated, A.C.L.U. Charges New York Times
10/30/2006
The Fence Campaign New York Times
10/27/2006
Bush, Signing Bill for Border Fence, Urges Wider Overhaul New York Times
Bush Signs Bill Authorizing 700-Mile Fence for Border Washington Post
Citizenship Changes Draw Objections Washington Post
Immigration galvanizes Latino voters Los Angeles Times
Latino immigrants are rethinking their role in U.S. Los Angeles Times
10/26/2006
Bush Signs U.S.-Mexico Border Fence Bill Omaha World-Herald
Reaching Latino youths Omaha World-Herald
Bush Signs Border Fence Act; Funds Not Found NPR
The Border Fence: Opposition in Douglas, Ariz. NPR
Bush signs border fence bill Washington Post
Bush Signs Bill Ordering Fence on Mexican Border New York Times
Mexican President Criticizes U.S. Fence New York Times
Greenspan Now Shares Opinions New York Times
Bush legalizes fence on Mexican border Los Angeles Times
10/25/2006
Legislators hear ideas on driver's license for illegal immigrants Lincoln Journal-Star
DNA Testing A Mixed Bag For Immigrants Washington Post
Will the U.S.-Mexico Border Fence Ever Get Built? NPR
10/24/2006
Exploring ways for migrants to drive Omaha World-Herald
Immigration's Front Line Los Angeles Times
10/23/2006
A Set of Borders to Cross Washington Post
Policymakers Get Cross-Border View of Immigration NPR
10/22/2006
For Hispanics, Poverty Is Relative Washington Post
Indian Community Burgeoning in America Washington Post
10/21/2006
Immigrants Flocking to GOP Districts Washington Post
10/20/2006
Immigration Law Difficult to Navigate NPR
10/19/2006
Academic says fence no measure of immigration reform Lincoln Journal-Star
A Military Path to Citizenship Washington Post
Immigrant Group Sues Arizona for Millions NPR
10/18/2006
The Green Card: Ticket to a Life in America NPR
Latinos Threatened with Deportation for Voting NPR
In Chicago Black and Latino Groups Look for Common Ground NPR
10/14/2006
Farm Workers at a Premium in California's Central Valley NPR
10/12/2006
The Latino Vote and the Fall Campaign NPR
10/10/2006
Border wall won't be solution Omaha World-Herald
Fence Meets Wall of Skepticism Washington Post
10/09/2006
Mexico May Take Fence Dispute to U.N. New York Times
Looking Over the Wall New York Times
10/08/2006
Advocates Say Illegal Workers Suffer After 9/11 Cleanup Washington Post
A Country of Newcomers Los Angeles Times
10/07/2006
New Wall Not Expected to Stop Migrants Washington Post
10/06/2006
In Border Fence's Path, Congressional Roadblocks Washington Post
Bush Pushes Guest Worker Program Washington Post
10/05/2006
Town Outlaws Renting to Illegal Immigrants NPR
Immigration Policy Becomes Local Priority NPR
U.S. Border Fence Plan Upsets Mexicans Washington Post
10/04/2006
Border Security, Job Market Leave Farms Short of Workers Washington Post
Bush Signs Bill Paying for New Border Fence New York Times
Bush Signs Homeland Security Bill New York Times
10/03/2006
Immigration, Nebraska, and the Future Press Release
Immigration debate planned for today Omaha World-Herald
Mexico Asks Bush to Block Border Fence Bill New York Times
Justice for Immigrants New York Times
10/02/2006
Habitat destruction feared at border fence Dallas Morning News
Experts See U.S. Border Fence Plan as Impractical New York Times
10/01/2006
Illegal -- but Essential Los Angeles Times
Mexicans See Good and Bad Side to Wall Los Angeles Times
In Texas, Little Support for Putting Up Fences Los Angeles Times
Border fence could face environmental obstacles Dallas Morning News
09/30/2006
Congress Approves 700-Mile Border Fence NPR
Senate Passes Bill on Building Border Fence New York Times
For a Smuggling Victim, a Precarious Quest for Refuge New York Times
U.S. fence ends immigration dream of Mexico's Fox Washington Post
With Senate Vote, Congress Passes Border Fence Bill Washington Post
Farms Facing Worker Shortage for Harvest Washington Post
Border Barrier Approved Los Angeles Times
09/29/2006
Immigration workers in Lincoln get reprieve Lincoln Journal-Star
Congress Moves on Immigration Agenda Lincoln Journal-Star
Senate Moves Toward Action on Border Fence New York Times
Border Bill Takes a Detour Los Angeles Times
09/28/2006
Visas for Skilled Workers Still Frozen Washington Post
U.S. Border Fence Bill Clears Senate Hurdle New York Times
U.S. - Mexico Border Fence May Harm Animal Migration New York Times
Mexico Opposed to U.S. Border Fence New York Times
Memo of Understanding: Bush needs commitment on immigration Dallas Morning News
09/27/2006
Making citizens of soldiers Lincoln Journal-Star
Fence keeps illegals in shadows Omaha World-Herald
Senators Criticize Border Security Measures New York Times
States, Counties Begin to Enforce Immigration Law Washington Post
09/26/2006
Iowa Lawmaker's Brashness Earns Notice New York Times
Stricter Voting Laws Carve Latest Partisan Divide New York Times
Immigration Reform, in Pieces New York Times
Immigration Setback for GOP Los Angeles Times
Simulating a Crossing of the U.S.-Mexico Border NPR
09/25/2006
Senator Hagel to Speak on Immigration Reform at Appleseed Dinner 09/26/2006 Press Release
Lawmakers Agree to Spend $1.2 Billion on Tightening Border New York Times
Mexico's Calderon Rips Border Wall Plan New York Times
Possible Vote Set Up on Border Fence New York Times
Border Enforcement Is Not Enough Washington Post
Questions Remain on Cost of Border Bills Washington Post
The Day-Labor Shuffle Washington Post
Border Bills Come Up Short in Congress Washington Post
Border Bills Come Down to Last Minute Los Angeles Times
Meeting at the 'Soft Spot' on the U.S.-Mexico Line NPR
09/24/2006
Time to Settle in Mamaroneck New York Times
09/23/2006
When a Foreigner Turns American New York Times
'Through Our Eyes': A Focused Look at D.C. Latinos' Experience Washington Post
09/22/2006
Immigration Bill Divides House, Senate Lincoln Journal-Star
Pickers Are Few, and Growers Blame Congress New York Times
Immigration Ugliness Washington Post
Immigration Bill Divides House, Senate Washington Post
Ga. Lawmaker May Apologize to Latinos Washington Post
ID Program Will Cost States $11 Billion, Report Says Washington Post
House Passes 3 Immigration Measures Los Angeles Times
09/21/2006
Nussle's voter-ID proposals pander to immigration fears Des Moines Register
House to Tackle Border Security Measures Lincoln Journal-Star
Congress Resumes Immigration Efforts Washington Post
Plenty of Holes Seen In a 'Virtual Fence' Washington Post
Tear Down This Wall Bill Los Angeles Times
Border Fence Is Borderline Insanity Los Angeles Times
House Bills Make Illegal U.S. Entry Tougher Los Angeles Times
Boeing Lands Border Network Contract Los Angeles Times
GOP Advances Enforcement-First Approach for Border Los Angeles Times
U.S. to Deploy Proven Technology on Borders NPR
09/20/2006
Immigration: Failure looms once again Lincoln Journal-Star
English dominates anyway Des Moines Register
Nussle presses state to beef up its voting laws Des Moines Register
G.O.P. in Senate Narrows Immigration Focus to 700-Mile Fence New York Times
A True Believer In Immigrants Washington Post
Georgia Law Requiring Voters to Show Photo ID Is Thrown Out Washington Post
U.S. flights to Mexico fail to cut migrant deaths Washington Post
Senate Advances 'Fence' Bill Los Angeles Times
Congress Nibbles at Larger Immigration Issue NPR
09/19/2006
72 Nebraskans rejoice in citizenship Omaha World-Herald
09/18/2006
Western Union sees near-term immigration woes New York Times
09/17/2006
Ricketts, Nelson now tougher on immigration Omaha World-Herald
Guard helping reinforce U.S. border with Mexico Omaha World-Herald
09/16/2006
Latinos: Choose success Grand Island Independent
09/14/2006
Local Reaction To This Week’s Federal Immigration Reform Activities Press Release 09/14/2006
Female immigrants earn less, but send more money home, study shows Lincoln Journal-Star
09/06/2006
Hagel rips Congress' inaction on border Omaha World-Herald
08/22/2006
Immigration surfaces in Senate race Lincoln Journal-Star
Comprehensive approach Omaha World-Herald
08/10/2006
Study: Immigrants Not Hurting U.S. Jobs New York Times
Labor Federation Forms a Pact With Day Workers New York Times
Street-Corner Solidarity New York Times
08/09/2006
Immigration Judges Facing Performance Reviews New York Times
Gonzales Changing Immigration Courts New York Times
AFL - CIO to Work With Day Laborers Group New York Times
08/08/2006
Hagel laments immigration inaction Lincoln Journal-Star
9 suspected illegal immigrants killed, at least 12 injured in Arizona crash Lincoln Journal-Star
U.S. probably won't see immigration compromise this year, Hagel says Omaha World-Herald
Rural Poll looks at newcomers to rural communities NPRN 08/08/2006
Info Lets Immigrants See Judges' Records New York Times
08/07/2006
Immigration issue may backfire Lincoln Journal-Star
08/06/2006
Critics Say Politics Driving Immigration Hearings New York Times
08/05/2006
Bush Hails Border Security Improvements Washington Post
08/04/2006
Bush won't give up on immigrants' legal status Omaha World-Herald
In Georgia, Immigrants Unsettle Old Sense of Place New York Times
08/03/2006
Bush Makes Immigration Overhaul Argument on Border New York Times
Bush Gets a 'Look - See' at the Border New York Times
08/02/2006
Senate Votes Funds to Build Border Fence New York Times
Immigrants Sue Over Citizenship Delays Washington Post
08/01/2006
Colorado Governor Signs Immigration Law New York Times
Seeking Asylum in the U.S.? Choose Your Judge Carefully Washington Post
07/31/2006
Logic called for praise Omaha World-Herald
U.S. Puts Onus on Employers of Immigrants New York Times
Study Finds Disparities in Judges’ Asylum Rulings New York Times
Study Finds Wide Disparity in Asylum Denial New York Times
07/29/2006
Rebooting the Peons New York Times
Senegalese Teenager Wins Right to Study in the U.S. New York Times
07/28/2006
Loaded word 'amnesty' stifles broader questions Des Moines Register
Doubts expressed on border measures Omaha World-Herald
E.J. Dionne Jr.: Debate on illegals still messy Omaha World-Herald
DNA Testing More Common for Immigrants New York Times
House G.O.P. Planning Recess Hearings New York Times
Town Battling Illegal Immigration Is Emptier Now New York Times
Immigrant Rights Groups Split Over Senate Bill Washington Post
Legal Residents Face Fingerprinting at Ports Washington Post
07/27/2006
Guardsmen slated for border patrol Lincoln Journal-Star
U.S. Seeks Employers’ Aid on Immigration New York Times
Green Cards Would Mean Fingerprinting at Airports New York Times
House Republicans Set 21 Immigration Hearings New York Times
Out of Africa, Into Helpful Hands Washington Post
07/26/2006
Hispanic Lawmaker Blasts English Proposal New York Times
House Panel Examines the Future of English Washington Post
07/25/2006
Secure Borders, Good Neighbors and SAFE Immigration Washington Post
Lawmakers offer immigration alternative Washington Post
Immigration Proposal Aims to Bridge Republican Divide Washington Post
A Long Flight of No Return Washington Post
Border Patrol Reports Fewer Arrests Washington Post
Raise Wages, Not Walls New York Times
07/24/2006
Bush Presides Over Soldiers' Citizenship Washington Post
Three Wounded Soldiers Take Another Oath New York Times
Florida City Rejects Stringent Law on Migrants New York Times
07/23/2006
Breaking the Sound Barrier New York Times
07/21/2006
Latino-rights groups launch voter registration campaign NPRN
07/20/2006
Immigration hearings wearing on legislators Omaha World-Herald
Hazy Days of Immigration New York Times
Navarrette: Politicians fan language war CNN
07/19/2006
Veterans group honors three Mexican-Americans Omaha World-Herald
07/11/2006
Immigration showdown casts bad light Lincoln Journal-Star
Immigration hearing turns emotional Omaha World-Herald
‘Pit Bull’ of the House Latches On to Immigration New York Times
Illegal Immigration Bills Passed in Colo. New York Times
Immigration Is an Emotional Issue for the Top General New York Times
Colo. OKs Toughest U.S. Immigration Bills Washington Post
DHS Wants Workers, Papers to Match Washington Post
General Speaks of Immigrant Father Washington Post
07/10/2006
US Dismisses Calderon's Border Control Criticism New York Times
Pace Talks About Immigrants in Military New York Times
A Florida Mayor Turns to an Immigration Curb to Fix a Fading City New York Times
Day Laborers, Silent and Despised, Find Their Voice New York Times
07/09/2006
Immigration — and the Curse of the Black Legend New York Times
The Immigration Equation New York Times
Clinton Praises Bush on Immigration Reform Washington Post
07/08/2006
Immigration Debate Divides Laredo NPR
Enforcement-Plus Is Critical: Any immigration bill must include a path to legalization Washington Post
Okla. to Send 300 Guard Troops to Border Washington Post
Illegal Immigrant Captures in Ariz. Down Washington Post
Feds Resume Illegal Immigrant Flights Washington Post
07/07/2006
Brissa's story highlights troubled system Lincon Journal-Star
Political Clout Focus of La Raza Convention NPR
Hidden Racism in 'The Heart of Whiteness' NPR
Pence Plan Would Send Illegal Immigrants Home NPR
07/05/2006
NYC Mayor Says U.S. Depends on Immigrants New York Times
Congress Duels Publicly over Immigration Overhaul NPR
DNA Testing Used in U.S. Immigration Cases NPR
President Bush Holds a Media Availability on Immigration Washington Post
07/04/2006
Bush Signaling Shift in Stance on Immigration New York Times
Hiring Only Legal Workers Grower's Dilemma New York Times
Citizenship Applications Jump Up This Year NPR
Activists React to Planned Immigration Hearings NPR
Calif. GOP Launching Immigration Hearings Washington Post
Contractors Divided Over Day Laborers Washington Post
07/03/2006
Spanish-Language Radio's Big Voice Washington Post
07/01/2006
Let's Get A Border Deal Done Washington Post
N.J. Prepared to Help Border Patrol Washington Post
06/30/2006
Statewide Immigrant Citizenship and Voter Registration Events Kick Off “Democracy Summer” Press Release
New immigration court could land in Nebraska Omaha World-Herald
States fall short in supplying Guard troops along border Omaha World-Herald
Hispanics Against Immigration Hearings Washington Post
Ky., N.C. to Send National Guard to Border Washington Post
06/29/2006
Colorado Legislature Holding Special Session on Immigration New York Times
06/26/2006
Colo. High Court Stands by Immigration Law New York Times
How to Save Immigration Reform Washington Post
06/25/2006
Hispanic Leaders Push Immigration Rights New York Times
Bush's Immigration Plan Stalled as House G.O.P. Grew More Anxious New York Times
At Front Line of Immigration Debate Washinton Post
A Texas-Sized Disconnect On Borders Washington Post
06/24/2006
A Busy School for Border Patrol in New Mexico New York Times
No More Troops to Border, California Says New York Times
Critics Decry Immigrant Detention Push Washington Post
06/23/2006
House Republicans Schedule Immigration Hearings in Border States New York Times
US debates deportation of skilled illegal workers Washington Post
06/22/2006
Senator Plans His Own Immigration Hearings New York Times
The Immigration Road Show New York Times
Arizona to Vote on Official Language Washington Post
06/21/2006
GOP House leaders: Broad immigration bill unlikely Lincoln Journal-Star
House Adds Hearings on Immigration New York Times
Schwarzenegger demands Congress act on immigration Washington Post
Skilled Immigrants Wait on Congress Washington Post
GOP Plans Hearings on Issue of Immigrants Washington Post
Leaders: Broad Immigration Bill Unlikely Washington Post
06/20/2006
Graduation rate for minorities is a worry Omaha World-Herald
The Terrible, Horrible, Urgent National Disaster That Immigration Isn't New York Times
New Scrutiny of Illegal Immigrants in Minor Crimes New York Times
06/19/2006
Immigration sweep sends wave of fear though San Diego neighborhood Lincoln Journal-Star
Here Illegally, Working Hard and Paying Taxes New York Times
Illegal Hiring Is Rarely Penalized Washington Post
Georgia Law Chills Latino Home-Buying Market Los Angeles Times
06/18/2006
Immigration enforcement has shifted away from workplace raids Lincoln Journal-Star
Bankers speaking in other tongues reach out to new customers Lincoln Journal-Star
A Panhandle blend Omaha World-Herald
Arizona Guardsmen Head to Mexico Border Omaha World-Herald
Immigration Costs Strain National Parks Omaha World-Herald
Hispanic Campaign to Get Voters Registered Omaha World-Herald
National Guard Training for Border Security NPR
A Fence With More Beauty, Fewer Barbs New York Times
Immigration Math: It's a Long Story New York Times
Along Part of the Border, A Zero-Tolerance Zone Washington Post
Ex-Braceros Back Senate Plan, but With Upgrades Los Angeles Times
06/17/2006
30 at Iowa farm held after immigration raid Omaha World-Herald
Ranchers Add Ladders to Save Border Fences Omaha World-Herald
06/16/2006
Mexican Border Towns Fear U.S. Crackdown Omaha World-Herald
IDs Stolen for Work a Growing Problem Omaha World-Herald
Immigrants and the Importance of English NPR
Guard Troops Set to Begin Mission on Mexican Border New York Times
City to Consider Job Centers for Day Labor New York Times
06/15/2006
Twenty from Mexico complete citizenship journey Lincoln Journal-Star
Immigration debated at Omaha Press Club NPRN
The Power of Spanish Language Radio NPR
Hispanic Groups Work to Bridge Competing Interests NPR
Reporters Take a Look at Working the Latino Beat NPR
Immigration Rhetoric: 'Untied States of America' NPR
Mahony urges U.S. to OK immigrant citizenship bill Los Angeles TImes
06/14/2006
Policy activist's role to expand Omaha World-Herald
Bishops Urge Congress on Immigration Omaha World-Herald
On Flag Day, Immigrant Vets Become Citizens Omaha World-Herald
Nearly Half of Illegal Immigrants Overstay Visas NPR
06/13/2006
Iowa's farm economy needs rational immigration solution Des Moines Register
Compromise is possible Des Moines Register
Millions share Izaguirre's plight Des Moines Register
UNO camp helps Latino students develop financial skills Omaha World-Herald
Hastert Deals Blow to Immigration Bill New York Times
Colo. Governor Threatens Special Session New York Times
National Guard to Work U.S. - Mexico Border New York Times
Harvard study blasts treatment of child refugees New York Times
06/12/2006
Tuition law could have little effect Omaha World-Herald
Presidential visit tackles immigration issues Daily Nebraskan
Along the Border with Utah National Guard Troops NPR
Troops Reducing Illegal Border Crossings New York Times
Blending In, Moving Up Washington Post
Left Out by the Legal Route In Washington Post
Blacks and Latinos Together? Washington Post
06/11/2006
At Fore on Immigration, Senator Has a Story to Tell New York Times
The Smugglers' Due New York Times
Children of Immigrants Take to the Streets for Their Parents' Sake New York Times
Dollars and Dreams: Immigrants as Prey New York Times
Immigration Estimates For Region Vary Widely From Source to Source Washington Post
06/09/2006
Threat inexcusable Lincoln Journal-Star
Applications for U.S. Citizenship Surge Washington Post
Ariz.: Border States Getting 2,500 Troops Washington Post
Arizona Upholds Immigrant Smuggling Law Washington Post
06/08/2006
Michael Kelly: Motives to immigrate here still powerful Omaha World-Herald
Islanders respond to Bush speech Grand Island Independent
Bush touts immigration plan in Omaha NPRN
Powell Says Border Walls Won't Work New York Times
Bush Suggests Immigrants Learn English New York Times
Powell Says Border Walls Won't Work Washington Post
Bush Says Deportation 'Ain't Gonna Work' Washington Post
06/07/2006
Bush Promotes Liberalized Immigration During Omaha Visit Nebraska StatePaper.com
Hispanic community weighs Bush plan Lincoln Journal-Star
Bush: Debate tests nation's soul Lincoln Journal-Star
Bush promotes immigration plan in Omaha Lincoln Journal-Star
How Nebraska delegates stack up on immigration reform Lincoln Journal-Star
Bush plan turns state's politics upside down Lincoln Journal-Star
Downtown residents, others weigh in on Bush visit Lincoln Journal-Star
Text of President Bush's speech in Omaha Omaha World-Herald
President Bush's visit in pictures Omaha World-Herald
Humane aid near border has more volunteers Omaha World-Herald
Mexico, too, uses military to help patrol its borders Omaha World-Herald
Bush Brings Immigration Plan To Omaha KPTM
President Bush Speaks In Omaha KLKN
President Draws Mixed Crowd WOWT
President Bush Pushes Immigration Plan in Nebraska KOLN
Bush unveils immigration reform program KHAS
President Bush speaks in Omaha KHAS
President Bush Praises Catholic Charities’ Work in Helping Immigrants Adjust to Living in the United States Catholic Charities USA
President Pushes Immigration Bill with Border Visit NPR
Immigration Raid Roils Kentucky Community NPR
Illegal Immigrants Caught in Crime Sweep NPR
Reconciling House and Senate Immigration Bills NPR
Illegal Workers Face Hardship in Big Easy New York Times
Bush Confident Immigration Deal Possible New York Times
Bush Turns to House in Immigration Debate New York Times
Arizona Governor Vetoes Illegal Immigration Bill New York Times
Bush Pushes Immigration Plan in New Mexico Washington Post
Bush Emphasizes English, Assimilation for Immigrants Washington Post
06/06/2006
Immigration debate swells with influx Omaha World-Herald
Q Street tells immigrants' story Omaha World-Herald
Bible shows the way on immigration issue Omaha World-Herald
59 people become new U.S. citizens at Columbus Lincoln Journal-Star
Latino Business Community Pushing Voter Registration Nebraska StatePaper.com
06/05/2006
As President visits, Nebraskans can be proud of state’s leadership in welcoming and integrating new immigrants Nebraska Appleseed Press Release
Illegal workers can tip U.S. economy Omaha World-Herald
Tension eases over new Medicaid law Lincoln Journal-Star
AP: Millions of Visa Overstays Overlooked New York Times
National Guard Set to Work on Border New York Times
Utah Guard Set for Projects on U.S. Border New York Times
Study: Immigrants Pay Tax Share Washington Post
O.C. Bishop Adds to Call for Charitable Immigration Policies Los Angeles Times
Border rapes cause alarm Dallas Morning News
06/04/2006
Immigration clash of law and orderly growth in small town Omaha World-Herald
Policies sometimes handcuff local police Omaha World-Herald
Migrants' Dilemma Strikes Chord in Rural America NPR
Hiring Illegal Immigrants for Katrina Reconstruction NPR
Medicaid Rules Toughened on Proof of Citizenship New York Times
HUD Says Campaign Targets Hispanics Washington Post
Cisneros speaks about immigration Dallas Morning News
06/03/2006
Immigrants started businesses at highest rate in '05, Kauffman survey shows Lincoln Journal-Star
Strong opinions, pro and con, on immigration bills Omaha World-Herald
'86 Amnesty Frames Immigration Debate Los Angeles Times
06/02/2006
Bush to speak in south Omaha Lincoln Journal-Star
Juan Diego Center offers a hand to immigrants Omaha World-Herald
Texas Governor Announces High-Tech Border Measures NPR
'Unscrupulous' Firms Are Faulted Washington Post
Senate Bill Would Add 20 Million Legal Immigrants, Report Says Washington Post
The Migrants' Mayor Washington Post
Senate Border Bill Steps on House Turf Los Angeles Times
Immigration reform: Late-night, or not at all? Los Angeles Times
Bush urges deal on migrant bill Dallas Morning News
06/01/2006
Bush will speak in south Omaha Lincoln Journal-Star
Life Along the U.S.-Mexico Border NPR
Our National Language NPR
Border Patrol Separates Family with Mixed Citizenship NPR
Bush Urges Compromise on Immigration Bill Washington Post
Bush seeking compromise in immigration debate Washington Post
President Bush Addresses U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Immigration Washington Post
Agency: U.S. Hits Cap on High-Tech Visas Washington Post
Texas to Install Cameras Along Border Washington Post
Many Hondurans, Nicaraguans Not Renewing Guest Permits Washington Post
Deadline Arrives to Renew Refugee Status Washington Post
Schwarzenegger to Order Troops to Border Washington Post
Bush Seeks Middle Ground on Immigration Bill Los Angeles Times
Legal Immigrants Seeking Citizenship May Face Higher Fees Los Angeles Times
05/31/2006
Nelson challenges Ricketts on immigration Lincoln Journal-Star
Nebraskans register frustration with immigration at the polls Lincoln Journal-Star
Bush tentatively planning to visit Nebraska Omaha World-Herald
05/30/2006
On immigration, Hagel's bill is best approach Lincoln Journal-Star
Key Rep. Opposes 'Path to Citizenship' New York Times
Block the Vote New York Times
Together in Bicultural Business Washington Post
My History of English-Only Washington Post
05/29/2006
Wash. GOP Issues Resolution on Immigration New York Times
Ranchers Question Border Patrol's Effect New York Times
Rules Collide With Reality in the Immigration Debate New York Times
In the U.S. and Europe, Tensions Between a National and Minority Languages New York Times
05/28/2006
States Put Immigration Theory into Practice NPR
With Illegal Immigrants Fighting Wildfires, West Faces a Dilemma New York Times
Immigration Deal? Don't Bet on It Washington Post
Coming to America Washington Post
Frist defends path to citizenship Washington Post
Minutemen Installing Ariz. Border Fence Washington Post
'You Only Have One Life' Washington Post
You can't wall off immigrants Los Angeles Times
05/27/2006
Senate Immigration Plan Means Much Paperwork NPR
An Immigration Victory New York Times
House Negotiator Calls Senate Immigration Bill 'Amnesty' and Rejects It New York Times
Mexican President Thanks Bush for Support on Changes in Immigration New York Times
Next Step on Immigration Washington Post
Analysis: Elections Snarl Immigration Bill Washington Post
Long Path to Immigration Deal Los Angeles Times
05/26/2006
Hagel expects immigration agreement Lincoln Journal-Star
Immigration showdown set Omaha World-Herald
Major provisions of Senate and House immigration bills Omaha World-Herald
Bush's Spanish Lessons Newsweek
Senate Bill Calls for Tighter Security, Worker Program NPR
Blunt on Reconciling Immigration Bill NPR
Rethinking Global Migration NPR
Border Town Migrants Hail Senate Vote New York Times
Mexico's Fox Praises U.S. Immigration Vote New York Times
Arizona Legislature OKs Immigration Bill New York Times
Senate, in Bipartisan Act, Passes an Immigration Bill New York Times
Critics Say Bill Diminishes Due Process for Immigrants Washington Post
Senate Approves Immigration Bill Washington Post
Immigration by the Numbers Washington Post
Senate Wants House to Ease on Citizenship Washington Post
A Debate Beyond The Fence Washington Post
The Senate Vote Washington Post
U.S., Mexico Need to Cooperate on Migration, Fox Says Los Angeles Times
05/25/2006
Fox: Mexico wants to be part of solution to immigration problem Lincoln Journal-Star
Fox tells American audiences a wall isn't the solution Omaha World-Herald
Immigrant measure on its way to passage Omaha World-Herald
Immigration bill nears passage in Senate NPRN
Senate, House Set for Immigration Showdown NPR
Fox Thanks Utah for Immigrant Policies NPR
Yakima Welcomes Mexican Immigrants, and President NPR
Some in Mexico See Border Wall as Opportunity New York Times
On a Paper Border, Mexico's Poor Hide, Scramble and Hope New York Times
Fragile Senate Coalition Set To Pass Bill on Immigration Washington Post
Senate to Vote on Immigration Overhaul Washington Post
Expanded Worker Checks Would Use Faulty System Washington Post
Mexico's Fox Urges Fairness for Immigrants Washington Post
Senate wants businesses to check workers' legal status Dallas Morning News
Senate to vote on employment fines Dallas Morning News
An Immigrant Underground Los Angeles Times
House GOP's Back Is to the Wall on Borders Los Angeles Times
Little Progress Made on Immigration Deal Los Angeles Times
Immigration bill: Pass it now, fix it later Los Angeles Times
On Day 2, Fox Presses Call for 'Orderly' Guest Worker Plan Los Angeles Times
Even with Senate passage, immigration bill faces uncertain fate Denver Post
NEW: Highlights of immigration bills Denver Post
05/24/2006
Immigration splits Iowa senators Des Moines Register
Senate votes to limit debate on sweeping immigration bill Omaha World-Herald
Immigration bill clears Senate hurdle NPRN
Illegal Immigrant Graduates Blocked from College Move NPR
Senate Takes Step Toward Immigration Vote NPR
Immigration and Assimilation in America NPR
Senate Advances Sweeping Immigration Bill New York Times
Bloomberg Says Plan to Deport Millions Is 'Ridiculous' New York Times
Senate Backs Job Verification for Immigrants New York Times
Fox Says Building a Fence Isn't the Answer New York Times
Farmers Pressing Lawmakers on Immigration New York Times
Senate RollVote Immigration New York Times
House-Senate Battle On Immigration Likely Washington Post
Green Card To Nowhere Washington Post
Senate Votes to Hike Fines for Employers Washington Post
05/23/2006
Senate strongly backs Bush's border initiative Omaha World-Herald
English provision hostile, unnecessary Des Moines Register
Mexico Serves as Way Station on Trip to U.S. NPR
Senate Haggles over Immigration Bill Details NPR
Mexican President Vicente Fox Visits U.S.