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The big lotto rip-off

It is estimated that undocumented immigrants purchase 5 to 10 percent of all lottery tickets sold in the United States; however, lottery companies and government officials neglect to advertise that only legal residents are permitted to claim their winnings. more>

Terrorists or chatterboxes?

In response to the revelations that four Caribbean immigrants conspired to blow up the fuel farm and pipelines at JFK International Airport, the Caribbean-American community expresses doubt that the men had the intelligence, skills, or materials required to follow through on the attack. more>

Short-lived happiness

Twenty-nine undocumented immigrants were arrested and detained in New Haven, Connecticut only one day after the local government approved the creation of identification cards that can be used by immigrants. more>

Bronx Koreans concerned about rising crime

Crimes against Koreans are rising in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, in the last month alone, there have been five criminal incidents in which Koreans were targeted in robberies or attacks. more>

Gentrification opposed

“Housing is a human rights issue,” said Nellie Bailey, the director of the Harlem Tenants Council who brought together leading activists for the first Harlem Anti-Gentrification Conference on June 1. more>

Prospect Park, NJ declared sanctuary for immigrants

Several U.S. cities have recently implemented legislation that restricts the rights of undocumented immigrants. In contrast, Prospect Park Mayor Mohamed Khairullah signed an ordinance declaring his city a “sanctuary” for those seeking a better future in the United States. more>

Editorials

Recycling and environmental racism

Reuse and recycling initiatives must be made in the context of justice. Those who generate the most waste due to their luxury consumption, well, let them assume the consequences. more>

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