Mexican President Calderon visited the US last week and gave a speech to Congress that addressed the recent bill enacted by Arizona and provided his own perspective on the situation. Calderon questioned the morality of the Arizona law, addressed the economic motivations of immigration to the US, and urged proactive attention be spent on securing [...]
A lot has been said recently about Arizona’s new immigration law, SB 1070. It’s been called racist, a striking example of state power, and a publicity disaster, among others. President Obama himself called the Arizona law “a misdirected expression of frustration.” I think the President has actually hit it spot on. The law, while understandable [...]
It’s strange how the Olympics are making me hyper-aware of being American. From the behind-the-scenes stories of athletes in which proclamations of pride in representing the country and their hometown are made, to the sports commentators who constantly make reference to the medal count, I am constantly reminded of what it actually means to [...]
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
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