Wed., November 26, 2014 5:50pm
Why Delta Supports President Obama's Executive Order On Immigration
Few major companies have spoken out in favor of the policy, and Delta is the only airline to do so. CEO Richard Anderson says supporting the President’s action makes good business sense.
Mon., November 24, 2014 11:32am
Delta Airlines Backs Executive Order On Immigration
In a statement, the Atlanta-based airline calls the President’s action a “much needed reform."
Fri., November 21, 2014 2:29pm
Macon & Eggs: Local Reaction to Obama's Immigration Plan
On a special live edition, Leah Fleming and Charles Richardson invited listeners to watch their weekly discussion on the hot headlines.
Fri., November 14, 2014 12:41pm
Lawyers Say Quick Deportation Proceedings Of Central American Minors Risk Due Process
A representative from the Georgia-Alabama chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association says the speed of the process is unusual.
Thu., November 13, 2014 11:35am
With Legal Services Scarce, Unaccompanied Minors Face Likely Deportation
Since January, more than 50,000 minors fleeing Central America have crossed the border in the U.S. More than 1,700 unaccompanied minors are in Georgia, but many of them face legal challenges.
Thu., July 31, 2014 12:10pm
ACLU calls Georgia Immigration Enforcement Overzealous
The American Civil Liberties Union in Georgia is taking aim at state and federal immigration enforcement laws that it says tear apart immigrant families and unnecessarily tie up local police.
Thu., July 31, 2014 9:00am
For Refugees, A Clarkston Summer Camp Helps Smooth The Transition
Thousands fleeing violence and oppression abroad have settled in Georgia in recent decades, many in the city of Clarkston, 10 miles east of Atlanta. A summer camp there has been helping refugee children transition to life in the U.S.
Mon., June 30, 2014 7:51am
Immigration In Atlanta: Smoothing The Transition
In the early 20th century, millions of immigrants streamed through Ellis Island. And you could say Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is playing a similar role in the early 21st century. Atlanta has become a gateway for thousands upon thousands of immigrant into the Southeast and beyond. In May, Mayor Kasim Reed appointed a working group tasked with smoothing the transition of those immigrants into society. Adam Ragusea, host of GPB Macon’s Morning Edition, spoke with the group’s co-chair Jeffrey Tapia, who is also head of the Latin American Association in Atlanta. She says their recommendations are taking shape.
Wed., March 26, 2014 12:41pm
Latino Groups Call On President Obama To Stop All Deportations
Latino groups in six major cities across the country, including Atlanta, launched a new campaign Wednesday to hold President Barack Obama accountable for record high deportations during his presidency. Latino advocacy groups are calling on President Obama to issue an executive order stopping all deportations. Peaulina Helm-Hernandez with Southerners On New Ground says the President should stop blaming Republicans for stalling immigration reform.
Wed., March 26, 2014 12:41pm
Latino Groups Call On President Obama To Stop All Deportations
Latino groups in six major cities across the country, including Atlanta, launched a new campaign Wednesday to hold President Barack Obama accountable for record high deportations during his presidency. Latino advocacy groups are calling on President Obama to issue an executive order stopping all deportations. Peaulina Helm-Hernandez with Southerners On New Ground says the President should stop blaming Republicans for stalling immigration reform.