Youth

IMMIGRATION EDITION.

Posted on July 23, 2013

Today, the House Judiciary Committee holds a hearing to focus on the KIDS Act, a Republican version of the DREAM Act that would offer legalization for some young immigrants. The House is following a piecemeal, less-than-citizenship approach to immigration reform. An influential Republican leader comments on the prospects for comprehensive immigration reform in a House […]

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Posted in Immigration, Youth, Línea Abierta, Politics |

FUROR OVER TRAYVON MARTIN. ALSO, STUDENT LOAN RELIEF?

Posted on July 18, 2013

The verdict finding George Zimmerman not guilty in the death of young African American Martin Trayvon has sparked protests around the country. This program offers news on the public reactions in Florida and the repercussions on issues such as the “Stand your Ground” law and the legal system. Guests: Arelis Hernández, Reporter, Orlando Sentinel, Orlando, […]

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Posted in Education, Youth, Línea Abierta, Politics |

SCRAPPING WILLFUL DEFIANCE. ALSO, NOT GUILTY.

Posted on July 15, 2013

California schools suspend thousands of students every day, mostly African American and Latino students, and largely for minor behavior issues. The Los Angeles Unified School District recently adopted a rule that students can no longer be suspended for what is known as “willful defiance,” refusing to comply with a teacher’s direction. A similar bill is […]

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Posted in Education, Youth, Línea Abierta |

MEXICO EDITION

Posted on July 12, 2013

At least 1700 children and adolescents are estimated to have been killed in actions related to organized crime, according to the Network for Children’s Rights in Mexico, a group of 77 organizations around the country. The network also reports new forms of exploitation of minors. In addition to being victims of trafficking and being put […]

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Posted in Youth, Línea Abierta, Mexico |