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Secure Your Future: Why Immigrants Should Complete Their Path To Citizenship Now!

2 June, 20250

Citizenship is the ultimate defense against Deportation- Zenobia Lai, Executive Director, Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative. In the Houston area, an estimated 300,000 immigrants are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. However, less than 10% of these eligible residents complete the process. Houston is changing that. Read How. Read more [...]

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Five Years Later: How Houston is Honoring the Legacy of George Floyd with The Movement Festival

22 May, 20250

On the cusp of the 5 year Anniversary of George Floyd's death, the DOJ moves to cancel police reform deals, while Houston kicks off The Movement Festival. Read more [...]

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Democracy in Action: How Forums Are Fueling Informed Votes in Fort BendToday You Vote—But the Real Action Started Last Saturday

3 May, 20250

On Saturday, April 26, 2025, community organizations Baker Ripley and Emgage hosted the 2025 Fort Bend Candidate Forum, their second such event since September 2024. These forums give voters a chance to meet candidates running for offices such as City Council, School Board of Trustees, and other local positions—and to question them directly. While the first forum reached an estimated 336,000 voters (with only half of the invited candidates in attendance), this second event saw double the candidate turnout. Read more [...]

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Voter Protection or Voter Suppression?

2 April, 20250

In recent months, several states have introduced or passed legislation requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and participation. Including the 47th president with his executive order. Proponents argue that such laws are necessary to maintain the integrity of American elections. However, decades of research and bipartisan studies have consistently shown that non-citizen voting is exceedingly rare and statistically insignificant. Rather than solving a widespread issue, these laws Read more [...]

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24 Hour Blackout Begins Friday, February 28

28 February, 20250

The CEO of the National Urban League, everyday citizens, activists, and grassroots groups are preparing for an economic blackout starting today, prohibiting any purchasing for 24 hours. This is an attempt to protest efforts to end DEI. How do you see this playing out? Read more [...]

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