Sentences with phrase «issue of immigration reform»

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With the labor market in the doldrums, America's technical supremacy under challenge from abroad, and the political issue of immigration reform heating up, many argue that immigrants have a special propensity for innovation and entrepreneurship that can help spark badly needed economic growth.

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Boehner said he would continue to talk with the Republican caucus in the House about immigration reform, but he laid the blame at President Obama's feet, suggesting the issue was one of trust.

For all of the region's protests of the president, tech companies must engage both parties in equal measure if they have any hope of shaping the government's debates over tax and immigration reforms — or the myriad other issues that matter to the tech industry's bottom lines.

Tech companies also stand on the other side of a myriad of key issues from Trump, including immigration reform, encryption and a range of social concerns.

In 2013, he voted with his party against comprehensive immigration reform, an issue that's critical to the growth of the agricultural and tech sectors.

The problem is, skilled immigration reform has become entangled with the highly emotional issue of illegal immigration.

While the candidates currently hold some very similar positions on issues such as immigration reform, gay rights, gun control and campaign finance reform, Sanders has been able to stake out positions to the left of Clinton on other issues that excite some vocal voters.

By the time W finished his second term, I had graduated from college, come to terms with the fact that the criminalization of abortion is highly unlikely no matter the party in power, expanded my definition of «pro-life» to include Iraqi children and prisoners of war, and experienced first - hand some of the major problems with America's healthcare system, which along with poverty and education issues, contributes to the troubling abortion rate in the U.S. I remained pro-life idealistically, but for the first time, voted for a pro-choice president, hoping that the reforms I wanted to see in the healthcare, the economy, immigration, education, and for the socioeconomically disadvantaged would function pragmatically to reduce abortions.

President Obama has been a leader on so many of the issues and values religious Americans are passionate about — from comprehensive and just immigration reform to the Affordable Care Act to maintaining and supporting the critical role of faith in public life.

Just this week, LifeWay Research released some data on how Protestant pastors view the issue of immigration and the government's involvement in reforming it.

The issue of family unity has been a major concern for faith groups lobbying for immigration reform.

Representatives from the same group of privileged people who dominated conversations in the 20th century continue to dominate the conversations about current issues such as modesty culture, immigration reform, relevancy in culturally - diverse America, gender issues, and more.

Several Sanders surrogates and campaign aides — including state Sen. Bill Perkins, of Harlem, who is one of the few New York Democratic elected officials to break ranks and endorse Sanders over Clinton — held a conference call with reporters today, calling Clinton out for waffling on the license issue, while also attacking Sanders» own record on immigration reform.

Trump has long said he wants to reform the nation's immigration system, but any plan to do that seems like less of a priority for an administration that is now focused on healthcare, tax reform and a host of international issues.

Speaking on BBCTV Julian Brazier has urged the Coalition to drop «pretty ridiculous fringe policies» like gay marriage and Lords reform and switch to three or so more popular issues, notably control of immigration.

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY (02/15/2013)(readMedia)-- Community Voices Heard and a number of allied organizations will host a public meeting in Poughkeepsie with federal and state elected officials to discuss issues important to low - income residents of the Hudson Valley, including affordable housing, youth issues, raising the minimum wage, immigration reform, safety net programs, job creation, instituting a Fair Elections system in the state, as well as the federal and state budget.

Whether it's fighting for a fair budget or advocating for immigration reform, I know firsthand that S.J. Jung has always taken on tough issues, stood up for what's right, and brought together diverse communities to be part of the solution.

Moreover, the failure of immigration reform on the federal level made the issue all the more pressing locally.

You can talk about issues like energy, where the crew from Public Citizen enjoyed lots of time, and immigration and the new health care reform law.

In this Gallup poll, immigration reform is 5th out of 6 in importance; this Pew Research study shows immigration is last in issues of «extreme importance» to registered Latino voters.

Instead of using immigration reform as a wedge issue, like many leaders in Washington, Utah passed legislation to help manage immigration based on our real economic needs.

In something of an unexpected twist, Trump signaled he was open to compromise on immigration reform, his signature issue during the campaign.

At 6:30 p.m., Rep. Hakeem Jeffries delivers annual State of the District address, discussing issues including affordable housing, community safety, job creation, and immigration reform, Long Island University, 1 University Pl., Brookyln.

We can quibble over policy and strategic details: the way in which the debate on immigration is following the welfare debate is becoming divorced from fact; the persistent failure of banking «reform» to get to the fundamental issues; and the possibility that the government's dearth of competence may be a weaker spot than their closeness to fat cat Britain.

Washington (CNN)-- From staging rallies to mounting a caravan through California to setting up phone banks to more private lobbying activists on all sides of the immigration issue are vowing a month of activities to try to push members of Congress and the public over immigration reform during the coming congressional recess.

However, Romney saved most of his censure for President Barack Obama, accusing the president of creating a «muddle» over the issue and failing to lead on immigration reform.

Ms. Mark - Viverito, a native of Puerto Rico who has built a broader profile in part by focusing on immigration reform issues nationwide and in the city, said the policy would target women and children who were fleeing «horrific violence» at home.

Espaillat, a native of the Dominican Republic, has actively dealt with immigration reform issues throughout his career.

Just when Nick Clegg was contemplating a change of fortune, hoping to benefit from some good economic news on one hand and a sharper differentiation strategy on issues such as welfare reform and immigration, this hits his leadership.

The main reason sources say the prospects for the legislation are dim is because Senate Democratic leaders have decided to try to put immigration reform first on the agenda, and after that there likely won't be an appetite for another politically divisive issue before November's election — especially with a Supreme Court nomination ahead and a desire to stay focused on the politically potent issue of jobs.

As for the mayor, just 3 percent of those polled in Manhattan as well as 3 percent citywide believe his third term is going better than the first two, although a majority say that his involvement in national issues, including immigration reform and gun control, is good for the city.

The deadlock essentially leaves the issue in the hands of the next president and Congress, and it deals a devastating blow to Obama's immigration legacy and his promise to deliver comprehensive immigration reform.

Someone who sees this election contest as a way of re-energising our thoughts and views about how we tackle the issues that matter: immigration, housing, welfare reform.

The new ads are the first sign of a reboot of the Democratic State Committee that includes the formation of several issue - based subcommittees: New Yorkers for Economic Growth, New Yorkers for Gun Safety, New Yorkers for Immigration Reform and New Yorkers for Education Reform.

The voters surveyed had a variety of views on some of the big issues in the race, including the Affordable Care Act, immigration reform and whether the federal minimum wage should be raised.

But Espaillat insisted that the issues, including the scarcity of affordable housing, immigration reform, low wages, and poor health outcomes, were of universal significance.

In an invitation to the event next week shared with POLITICO, de Blasio is described as «an outspoken progressive voice on national issues including immigration reform, fair trade agreements, gun laws, transportation infrastructure and climate change,» who «exemplifies the values of Vermont Democrats.»

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That philosophy has led Cecilia Muñoz to the role of point woman, as domestic policy council director, for President Obama's dramatic recent executive initiatives for immigration reform (among many other policy issues).

Though she spent the last four years working in the White House on a variety of issues that included health care, immigration, welfare reform, and the environment, Ms. Spellings has long been the president's most relied - upon adviser on education.

Now that the issue is solely before Congress, we urge it to amend the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to authorize the cancellation of removal, resolve immigration status, and work toward U.S. citizenship of undocumented students who are long - term resideImmigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to authorize the cancellation of removal, resolve immigration status, and work toward U.S. citizenship of undocumented students who are long - term resideimmigration status, and work toward U.S. citizenship of undocumented students who are long - term residents.»

02/25/2014: LULAC issues call asking membership to contact the House of Representatives and urge them to get immigration reform over the finish line!

Choice as a reform strategy, First Amendment rights in the school setting, and immigration reform and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program were some of the issues covered at the Institute.

The session began with two big, controversial issues — charter schools and immigration reform — on the tip of everyone's tongue.

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Climate change isn't just about the planet, writes environmental activist Leehi Yona, but is connected to an array of issues spanning from transgender justice to racism to immigration reform.

Cato has criticized President Obama's stances on policy issues such as fiscal stimulus, healthcare reform, foreign policy, the war on drugs while supporting his stance on the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell, liberal immigration policy Cato was 6 for 6 and reminds us, there still are some libertarians.

The main reason sources say the prospects for the legislation are dim is because Senate Democratic leaders have decided to try to put immigration reform first on the agenda, and after that there likely won't be an appetite for another politically divisive issue before November's election — especially with a Supreme Court nomination ahead and a desire to stay focused on the politically potent issue of jobs.

«We prepared a list of questions for Senator Obama on a range of difficult immigration issues, including immigration reform, undocumented immigration, family immigration, local (anti--RRB- immigration ordinances, the U.S. government's treatment of Elvira Arrellano, integration of immigrants into U.S. society, the deaths along the U.S. / Mexico border, and his vote in favor of the Secure Fence Act.»