Voices Stories by Partha Banerjee
Hurricane Katrina wrecks New Orleans Bangladeshi community
Many of these immigrants came to the United States from countries ravaged by Katrina-type storms and their aftermaths. Now they faced with a similar experience all over again. more>
South Asian languages excluded from landmark City Access Bill
South Asians represent a high percentage of the city's immigrants, and Bengalis in particular are one of the largest linguistic groups. But the City Council did not include their language in the list of six languages for which city workers must provide translators so the community can easily access city services. more>
Whose Freedom, Whose Ride?
The Freedom Ride and its leadership brought in some speakers who have minimal familiarity with immigrant workers' daily struggles. This included conservative church leaders, the wealthy ethnic newspaper owners, even a few political leaders of dubious reputation. more>