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Latin American immigrants ages 60 and over gather weekly at the Latin American Association - Asociación Latinoamericana for fellowship, lots of activities and the celebration of American holidays that blend the traditional turkey with trimmings such as fried sweet plantains and tamales.

Thanks to the Atlanta Regional Commission for highlighting this great program.

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Local Senior Club Blends Latino and American Holiday Traditions | Empowerline Many years ago, in his native Buenos Aires, Armando Mónaco was an actor and newscaster. On a recent Friday, the 67-year-old retiree portrayed the lead character in a Spanish-language play he wrote parodying a live radio talk show. His fellow actors, including one dressed as Cleopatra, and audience ...

Metro ATL, a region of transplants from other states and countries, has fallen hard for Atlanta United, says the Atlanta Regional Commission.

Metro ATL, a Region of Transplants, Has Fallen Hard for Atlanta United Understanding our region. Exploring our future.

Why big law is taking on Trump over immigration

Why Big Law Is Taking On Trump Over Immigration Major law firms have emerged as fierce opponents to President Trump’s immigration policies. Lawyers say they’re defending the rule of law. Critics say it’s politics.

Proposed Trump administration changes to the definition of "public charge" could have devastating consequences for our country's immigrant population.

Immigration advocates argue that this policy would make life more difficult for those immigrants who are lawfully present in the U.S., and would result in a reduction in legal immigration.

"The proposed changes are designed to keep the American Dream out of reach for countless families across the country, scare families from accessing vital benefits to which they are legally entitled and to stifle them from seeking assistance," according to FWD.us, a national group that advocates for immigration reform. "This policy is specifically designed to intimidate lawfully present individuals from accessing benefits for themselves and their children, benefits to which they are legally entitled, even though they are living in the U.S. via long-standing legal channels."

The American public has a chance to express how they feel about these changes by submitting public comments before December 10. FWD.us offers a platform to post your comments at https://www.ouramericanstory.us/

The Migration Policy Institute released a report earlier this year that takes a deep look into the chilling effects of the expected rule change. View report @ fil:///C:/Users/pascual_a/Downloads/ProposedPublicChargeRule_FinalWEB.pdf

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Now that the Department of Homeland Security's public charge rule has been posted in the Federal Register, let's express our opposition to this rule change by posting comments in FWD.us's comment page.

According to FWD.us, here's what's at stake:

If the policy is changed, U.S. immigration officials could deny green cards to immigrants simply because they are not wealthy, have a preexisting health condition or have received public benefits. This rule will cause immigrant families to be afraid to provide basic food and health care for their loved ones. ... Public charge has never been interpreted so broadly, in a way that would have such tragic consequences for immigrant families, our communities and the future of our country.

Write your comment at https://www.ouramericanstory.us/

To view the language of the proposed rule, visit
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/10/10/2018-21106/inadmissibility-on-public-charge-grounds

Home - Our American Story How we live our lives and contribute to our communities should define us in this country, not the how we look or how much money we have. But a new proposed Trump Administration rule puts immigration up for sale to the highest bidder and puts the wealthy ahead of families who’ve waited in line for ...

Latinos could make a big difference in this year’s supercompetitive gubernatorial race, says Mother Jones.

https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2018/10/georgia-latino-voters-governor-stacey-abrams-brian-kemp/

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Latino vote could make or break Georgia governor hopeful Stacey Abrams In a tight race, Republican Brian Kemp hasn't exactly endeared himself to immigrants.