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They Served. Now They and Their Families Are Being Deported. This week, the country marked Veterans Day with parades, speeches, and thanks for those who served. But immigrant veterans who served this country are being arrested and deported, and so are the family members the military promised to protect. For more than a decade, the … Continued

This week’s midterm election was in many ways a repudiation of the Trump Administration’s violent, racist approach to immigration. Exit polls show that voters both in Massachusetts and across the nation ranked immigration as the third most important issue for them after the economy and the state of our democracy. But while Democrats are poised … Continued

Understanding the Midterm Ballot Initiatives for the 2026 Massachusetts General Election With the election this Tuesday, November 3rd, many Massachusetts voters have already decided on who they will vote for to fill legislative and executive seats across our government. However, elections also frequently provide an opportunity for the voting public to express their views directly … Continued

Immigrant and refugee families in Massachusetts are carrying an enormous weight. Increased enforcement, the loss of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for many families, including many with children who are U.S. citizens, and constant federal policy shifts are taking a real toll on mental health. Meanwhile, people seeking help face long wait times, language gaps, insurance … Continued