Immigration and how it benefits the U.S.

Immigration and how it benefits the U.S.

Most immigrants, after they have been in the labor force for a few years, either move up the ladder or start their own business. Current research shows that Hispanic-owned businesses continue to outpace the national average by a 3:1 ratio

Voting rule changes may deter 10 million Hispanics

Voting rule changes may deter 10 million Hispanics The combined effects of voter roll purges, demands for proof of citizenship and photo identification requirements in several states may hinder at least 10 million Hispanic citizens who seek to vote this fall.

Hispanic heritage: Latinos and the U.S. workforce

Hispanic heritage: Latinos and the U.S. workforce Since 1968, the observance of Hispanic Heritage Month has provided us with an opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments that Hispanics have achieved in America and on the contributions they have made to the nation.

President Obama calls immigration reform his ‘biggest failure’

President Obama calls immigration reform his ‘biggest failure’ President Obama appealed to Latino voters for a second term at a Univision-sponsored event today, and blamed Republicans for his failure to make good on his 2008 promise of immigration reform.

Romney promises not to ’round up’ undocumented immigrants (Video)

Romney promises not to ’round up’ undocumented immigrants (Video) Mitt Romney sought to repair the damage from his "47 percent" remarks, saying he is concerned about the well-being of all voters at a "Meet the Candidate" event sponsored by Univision.

North Carolina Sheriff and deputies accused of discrimination and targeting of Latinos for deportation

North Carolina Sheriff and deputies accused of discrimination and targeting of Latinos for deportation A two-year investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice has found that a North Carolina sheriff and his deputies routinely discriminated against Latinos by making unwarranted arrests with the intent of maximizing deportations.

Judge rules AZ police can start enforcing immigration law now

Judge rules AZ police can start enforcing immigration law now A judge has ruled that police in Arizona can immediately start enforcing the most contentious section of the state’s immigration law.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Latino impact by the numbers

Hispanic Heritage Month: Latino impact by the numbers Latinos are growing in power and influence. Census numbers show Latinos are the nation's largest minority population, moving front and center in U.S. political discourse, innovation, and pop culture.

Undocumented youth starting to receive licenses under deferred action program

Undocumented youth starting to receive licenses under deferred action program New immigration policy has brought to the forefront the long-running and bitter debate over whether undocumented immigrants should have access to driver’s licenses.

Latino food chain’s participation in E-Verify leaves a bad taste

Latino food chain’s participation in E-Verify leaves a bad taste California's Mi Pueblo chain, catering to Latinos, was founded by an illegal immigrant. So the company's announcement that it will participate in a worker immigration-status program has spurred anger.

Joe Biden: Latinos are ‘the most powerful force in American politics’

Joe Biden: Latinos are ‘the most powerful force in American politics’ Vice President Joe Biden told Latinos in an address to the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute on Thursday they "are about to become -- and already have -- the most powerful force in American politics."

Poll: 1 out of 3 Americans inaccurately think most Hispanics are undocumented

Poll: 1 out of 3 Americans inaccurately think most Hispanics are undocumented For many non-Latino Americans, the words “Latino” and “illegal immigrant” are one and the same. A new poll finds over 30 percent of non-Hispanics believe a majority (over half) of Hispanics are undocumented.

Romney, Obama to appeal to Hispanics in back-to-back broadcasts

Romney, Obama to appeal to Hispanics in back-to-back broadcasts President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney will participate for the first time in history in election television programs specially directed at the Hispanic audience.

U.S. halts free flights home for illegal immigrants from Mexico

U.S. halts free flights home for illegal immigrants from Mexico The U.S. government has halted flights home for Mexicans caught entering the country illegally in the deadly summer heat of Arizona’s deserts, a money-saving move that ends a years-long experiment that cost taxpayers nearly $100 million.

Study: Legalizing undocumented workers would be economic boon

Study: Legalizing undocumented workers would be economic boon As of 2010, there were an estimated 200,000-plus undocumented immigrants working in Arizona. The left-leaning Center for American Progress found legalization would create an extra half billion dollars in tax revenue for Arizona.

Advertise on MarioWire