December 30, 2011
Iowa Caucus: For Some Voters, Immigration is Decisive Issue
While the main issue for many Iowa voters is the economy, there's a sleeper issue emerging: immigration. As the Hispanic population in Iowa has surged, many voters are still very interested in hearing more about the candidates' stance on this issue. NPR has the full story.
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ICE Launches Illegal Alien Hotline FOR Illegal Aliens
Federal immigration officials Thursday announced the creation of a telephone hotline to ensure that detainees held by local police are informed of their rights.
An ICE official in Washington said agency representatives had not been authorized to comment about the hotline but that more information soon would be posted online. Read the full story from the LA Times.
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Chicago Hospital Opens Doors to Illegal Immigrants
A Chicago-area hospital said it will provide free treatment for illegal immigrants lacking health insurance, including several who need urgent organ transplants. So, we ask, what about providing care for Americans without health care insurance? Read the whole story here.
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