Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 5:16 PM

Make an impact on immigration law and policy ⚖️

The Council stands ready to repair and rebuild our immigration system in 2021. Will you join us by making a year-end gift?  Dear John, The U.S. immigration system has faced unprecedented attacks. But the American Immigration Council boldly used the courts and advocacy to stop some of the …

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December 30, 2020 at 12:35 AM

End immigration detention

The American Immigration Council is prepared to utilize our multifaceted strategies to end immigration detention. It’s time to build a system that is reflective of the welcoming nation America should be.  John, We must rebuild our immigration system so that it upholds the humanity of thos…

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December 28, 2020 at 8:30 PM

A new message of belonging

If we truly want to rebuild America’s immigration system into one that is welcoming, our work must go beyond the courts and Capitol Hill. Will you make a year-end gift today to fund this work?  John, If we truly want to rebuild America’s immigration system into one that is welcoming, our w…

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December 23, 2020 at 4:11 PM

Your year-end gift will help us fight wrongful deportations and prolonged detention

Fight for people like David.   John, If David* is deported, he will be sent back to Cameroon, where he was beaten unconscious, arrested—and where his partner was murdered for being gay. David is fighting for safety in the United States while confined to an immigration detention center noto…

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December 22, 2020 at 7:30 PM

🕒 Get your limited-edition t-shirt or mask before time runs out.

All proceeds benefit the American Immigration Council. Don’t delay. This merchandise is only available through December 24.  John— Support the American Immigration Council and shape a fair and just immigration system today by purchasing a t-shirt or mask. Your purchase will ensure the Co…

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December 22, 2020 at 2:45 AM

Top 5 immigration explainers of 2020

Immigration law and policy is complex. But these resources make them understandable and help to combat misinformation in the immigration debate.  John, The American Immigration Council produces research, legal resources, and articles on immigration that help educate millions of Americans …

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December 20, 2020 at 2:00 PM

This Week in Immigration: Immigrants Made the COVID-19 Vaccine

The government must recognize that immigrants are part of the solution to the pandemic.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  USCIS and ICE Must Give People Access to Their Immigration Files After Losing Lawsuit People who need access to their government immigration…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 16, 2020 at 4:30 PM

Justice for all. No exceptions.

Make a statement and support the Council with the purchase of a face mask and a t-shirt.   John— The phrase “justice for all” drives the work of the American Immigration Council every day. Show your support for the Council by purchasing a mask or t-shirt. Don’t wait—these items are only av…

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  Karen Lucas, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 15, 2020 at 2:01 PM

[Watch] Moving Forward on Immigration: Ending Immigration Detention

We must focus on supporting individuals as they pursue their immigration cases outside of detention. where they can continue to care for themselves and their families in a healthy environment.   John, Immigration detention is part of our nation’s epidemic of mass incarceration. It comes a…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 15, 2020 at 1:01 AM

Right the wrongs by making a gift to the Council’s legal actions.

Will you make a year-end gift to the Council’s 2021 legal action fund today?  Dear John, In 2020, the American Immigration Council filed over 10 legal challenges with our partners to stop attacks on our immigration system across the country. Will you make a year-end gift to the Council’s…

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December 13, 2020 at 2:30 PM

This Week in Immigration: Trump's Final Blow to the Asylum System

The asylum rule will go into effect January 11—only nine days before Trump leaves office.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Trump’s ‘Death to Asylum’ Rule Will Go Into Effect Days Before He Leaves Office The Trump administration has finalized a sweeping regulatio…

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December 11, 2020 at 10:20 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

The American Immigration Council is holding the immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. “This Month in Government Transparency” will highlight our efforts—and expose government documents we’ve uncovered.  John, The American Immigration Council is holding the immigra…

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  Wendy Feliz, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 10, 2020 at 4:01 PM

[Watch] Moving Forward on Immigration: Changing the Narrative

Only by pursuing narratives and programs that humanize immigrants, bring healing to old historic wounds, and bind people across our shared struggles and dreams can we overcome the powerful temptation to turn inward.   John, Only by pursuing narratives and programs that humanize immigrants…

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  Wendy Feliz, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 9, 2020 at 10:25 PM

Correction RE: [Virtual Event] Behind the Public Service Campaign

Join the Council for donor-exclusive virtual event to discuss the new Public Service Campaign, Belonging Begins with Us.  John, A previous email went out with an incorrect registration link. The correct link can be found here. Sincerely, Wendy Feliz Director of the Center For Inclusion and …

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  Wendy Feliz, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 9, 2020 at 10:05 PM

[Virtual Event] Behind the Public Service Campaign

Join the Council for donor-exclusive virtual event to discuss the new Public Service Campaign, Belonging Begins with Us.  Behind the Public Service Campaign Tuesday, December 15 1:00 PM EST/10:00 AM PST Register now   John, You're invited to a donor-exclusive virtual event for a beh…

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  Royce Bernstein Murray, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 8, 2020 at 1:01 PM

[Watch] Moving Forward on Immigration: Restoring America’s Democracy

The proliferation of myths and misinformation have all been used to dismantle immigration policy and divide Americans.   John, Our nation’s most fundamental democratic traditions and norms have been challenged. The deprivation of due process, lack of government transparency, and the proli…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 7, 2020 at 9:00 PM

[Virtual Event] Litigation to Revitalize the Rule of Law in Immigration

Join Kate Melloy Goettel, legal director of litigation at the American Immigration Council, for the AILA DC Chapter’s discussion on Litigation to Revitalize the Rule of Law in Immigration.  Litigation to Revitalize the Rule of Law in Immigration   Tuesday, December 15 2:00 PM EST/11:00 …

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December 6, 2020 at 2:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: What to Expect Before the Inauguration

President Trump is determined to inflict more damage on the immigration system in his last weeks in office.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  National Public Service Campaign Reminds Americans That Belonging Begins With Us Empathy can grow from a better understan…

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  Jorge Loweree, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 6:05 PM

[Watch] Moving Forward on Immigration: Repairing the Policies

The Council can now advance a pro-immigration agenda that respects the dignity of all people.  John, For the first time in many years, we have the opportunity to create an immigration system that allows the U.S. to serve as a beacon of hope, a land of opportunity, and a destination for in…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 12:01 AM

This is it. ⏰ There are only a few hours left to donate on Giving Tuesday.

Your gift will be put to work immediately to create an immigration system we all can be proud of.  John— Thanks to our community’s generosity on Giving Tuesday, we’ve raised nearly $8,120 to repair and rebuild our immigration system. Will you join the American Immigration Council and help …

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 1:02 PM

How to build an immigration system we can all be proud of.

On Giving Tuesday, be a part of creating a fair and welcoming immigration system. We have a proven multifaceted approach that will repair the damage done and rebuild our immigration system.   Dear John, Ending the hundreds of harmful immigration policies through legislation, litigation, a…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 12:31 AM

[Watch] Moving Forward on Immigration: What’s Next?

Here’s how we’re planning to be more impactful than ever in 2021.  John, The challenge of rebuilding our nation will not be easy. But at the American Immigration Council, we have a vision to rewrite the wrongs in immigration law and policy—and transform our society into a welcoming one. …

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

November 28, 2020 at 12:48 PM

Keep us in mind

I hope you’ll consider joining this global day of generosity by supporting the American Immigration Council on Tuesday, December 1. There are hundreds of immigration policies that we must reverse in 2021.  Dear John, Giving Tuesday is just around the corner. I hope you’ll consider joining…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

November 24, 2020 at 8:35 PM

How to discuss immigration this Thanksgiving.

Make it your goal to learn about how your friends and family feel about the pressing issues they face. Go ahead and ask probing questions, but mostly listen with an open heart and mind.  Dear John, Our family and friends hold views—particularly on politicized issues like immigration—that …

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

November 23, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Facts in action RE: Immigration explained: The difference between Asylum and Withholding of Removal

The Council’s facts just made it to the U.S. Supreme Court.  John— The Council’s facts just made it to the U.S. Supreme Court. “The Difference Between Asylum and Withholding of Removal” was used to make the case that people should have access to bond hearings while their request for hum…

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November 22, 2020 at 4:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: USCIS Announces New Citizenship Test

A longer and more challenging test will likely prevent some immigrants from becoming citizens.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Discriminatory Treatment of Haitians Throughout History Informs Current Policy at the US-Mexico Border For years, the Trump administra…

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  Wendy Feliz and Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

November 17, 2020 at 1:01 PM

How we begin to end the division

The 2020 election will not heal the divisiveness in our nation—nor will immigration quickly cease to be a polarizing issue. That’s why we launched the Center for Inclusion and Belonging.  Dear John, The 2020 election will not heal the divisiveness in our nation—nor will immigration quickly…

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November 15, 2020 at 4:05 PM

This Week in Immigration: Biden's Plan on Immigration

The Biden-Harris administration hopes to reverse many of Trump's policies within the first 100 days.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden’s Immigration Plan Is a Promising Start in the Work Ahead President-elect Biden’s plan is a strong start. But we must rem…

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  American Immigration Council and the American Immigration Lawyers Association · [email protected]

November 11, 2020 at 1:01 PM

Honor Our Service Members

With every $500 we raise, the Military Assistance Program can help another deserving member of the military community.  John, This Veterans Day, join us in honoring veterans and service members by giving to the Military Assistance Program. The Military Assistance Program was able to matc…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

November 11, 2020 at 1:01 AM

RE: [Webinar] The State of Immigration After the 2020 Election: What’s Next?

Thanks for your interest in the American Immigration Council's panel discussion on the top immigration issues following the 2020 election. A recording is enclosed.  The State of Immigration After the 2020 Election: What’s Next?   Watch on-demand   John, Thank you for your inte…

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  American Immigration Council and American Immigration Lawyers Association · [email protected]

November 10, 2020 at 4:01 PM

This Veterans Day Support Our Service Members

Join us as we honor those who have served this Veterans Day by donating to the Military Assistance Program.    John, Every year, hundreds of veterans and service members desperately seek legal assistance to navigate the complex U.S. immigration system through the Military Assistance Prog…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

November 8, 2020 at 6:05 PM

[Webinar] The State of Immigration After the 2020 Election: What’s Next?

Join the American Immigration Council for a discussion on the top immigration issues that will be addressed within the first 100 days, and what issues will take longer, and what issues may not change at all.  The State of Immigration After the 2020 Election: What’s Next? Tuesday, Novemb…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

November 7, 2020 at 4:56 PM

The next 4 years

Now we have an opportunity to right the wrongs of the current administration and achieve progress through lasting reforms.    Dear John, Over the past four years, our nation witnessed the atrocities of a decidedly anti-immigration and racist agenda. But together we fought back. And togethe…

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November 7, 2020 at 3:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: Immigrant Demographics and the 2020 Election

Immigrants played a vital role in elections across the United States.  Your weekly summary from the Council Dear John, No matter the results of the election, we will continue to fight for an immigration system that treats everyone fairly—and lives up to our democratic values. Sincerely, …

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November 1, 2020 at 3:51 PM

This Week in Immigration: Family Separation's Chaos and Confusion

Trump's family separation policy was handled horribly at every turn, a new report from Congress reveals.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  ‘We Had a Shortage Last Night of Beds for Babies.’ Congressional Report Reveals Cruelty, Chaos of Family Separation Emails fro…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 30, 2020 at 3:55 PM

Use this fact sheet to combat misinformation on “sanctuary” policies.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been increasing its enforcement and messaging against “sanctuary” jurisdictions. Let’s set the record straight on “sanctuary” policies.  John, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been increasing its enforcement and messaging against …

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October 25, 2020 at 2:06 PM

This Week in Immigration: Naturalization Fees Are a Hidden Poll Tax

Disenfranchising aspiring immigrant voters through large naturalization fees amount to a poll tax.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Three New Lawsuits Challenge Trump’s H-1B Worker Restrictions The lawsuits argue that the new H-1B rules will make it near impossibl…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 23, 2020 at 3:43 PM

[Fact Sheet] Immigrant Women and Girls in the United States

Download the Council’s fact sheet for economic and demographic data on the 23 million female immigrants in the United States.  John, There are more than 23 million immigrant women and girls in the United States today. The American Immigration Council’s fact sheet provides the latest eco…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 19, 2020 at 4:08 PM

RE: [Webinar] Medical Abuse and Neglect in Immigration Detention

Thanks for your interest in this webinar. You can now watch the webinar on-demand and download the materials.  Medical Abuse and Neglect in Immigration Detention Watch the webinar   Dear John, Thank you for your interest in this webinar. If you missed it, watch the recording a…

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October 18, 2020 at 3:04 PM

This Week in Immigration: Diversity Training Cut for Immigration Judges

DOJ is following Trump’s call to eliminate trainings that suggest racial bias exists in the workplace.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Border Patrol is Going After Humanitarian Aid in the Arizona Desert—Again The Border Patrol raided a humanitarian aid camp with …

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 14, 2020 at 3:27 PM

[Virtual Event] Don't Miss Our Conversation With the Immigration Nation Filmmakers

Explore what Christina Clusiau and Shaul Schwarz witnessed on and off camera, providing exclusive insights into what you may not have seen on camera.  Hi John, I'm thrilled that we're hosting a conversation with the Immigration Nation filmmakers tomorrow and I wanted to make sure you saw thi…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 12, 2020 at 4:34 PM

[Virtual Event] Behind the Scenes with the Immigration Nation Filmmakers

Explore what Christina Clusiau and Shaul Schwarz witnessed on and off camera, providing exclusive insights into what you may not have seen on camera.  Behind the Scenes with the Immigration Nation Filmmakers Thursday, October 15 7:00-8:00 pm ET/4:00-5:00 pm PT Donation request: $20   …

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October 11, 2020 at 2:45 PM

This Week in Immigration: New Obstacles for H-1B Workers, Students, and Families

The attacks on legal immigration continue from all sides.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Restrictions on Foreign Workers Will Hurt America’s Recovery From COVID-19 We should not blame H-1B workers for the economic crisis. Rather, we must work to alleviate the e…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 6, 2020 at 10:31 PM

Tracking the major immigration law and policy changes since the pandemic began.

Reports like this expose how the Trump administration has exploited a public health crisis to shut down our immigration tradition.   Dear John, COVID-19 has disrupted nearly every aspect of the U.S. immigration system. And over the past seven months, the American Immigration Council track…

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October 4, 2020 at 7:10 PM

This Week in Immigration: CBP Wants to Destroy Incriminating Records

The agency has long evaded accountability and wants to prevent the destruction of records on its  misconduct.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  This Immigration Enforcement Agency Wants To Destroy Records on Abuses by Its Own Agents U.S. Customs and Border Protecti…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 2, 2020 at 7:05 PM

[Fact Sheet] An Overview of U.S. Refugee Law and Policy

The Trump administration just proposed reducing the annual U.S. refugee admissions number to a record low. But as the chart shows, it is not unexpected.   John, The Trump administration has proposed reducing the annual U.S. refugee admissions number to 15,000—a record low. But as the c…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

October 1, 2020 at 11:31 PM

[Webinar] Medical Abuse and Neglect in Immigration Detention

Register for this October 6 webinar that will discuss the long-documented systemic medical abuse and neglect in immigration detention centers across the country.  Medical Abuse and Neglect in Immigration Detention Tuesday, October 6 12:00-12:45 pm EST/9:00-9:45 am PST   Register today…

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September 30, 2020 at 10:10 PM

Follow up to webinar Immigration and the Military: Fighting for Justice

If you missed the webinar, you can see the discussion here.  John, I wanted to follow up on our Immigration and the Military: Fighting for Justice webinar from last week. Our panel held a dynamic discussion about the impact of immigration policies on military service members and their fa…

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  Beth Werlin, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 10:30 PM

Immigrants pay billions in taxes.

Immigrants in the United States contribute billions of dollars in taxes. Here are 3 facts everyone should know.  John, Immigrants in the United States contribute billions of dollars in taxes. Here are 3 facts everyone should know. Immigrant-led households across the United States contr…

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September 27, 2020 at 12:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: Honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Here's what you need to know about her immigration rulings.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Legacy on Immigration Justice Ginsburg’s legacy on immigration shows her vision for justice did not end with her work on gender equality. Here’s what…

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