The DREAM Act came close to passage in December, lifting the hopes of young immigration activists. Here two young women who fought hard for its passage reflect on the pall that Senate rejection casts over their view of life in the new year.
The Afghan blogosphere is small but female practitioners say their words are closely monitored. The backlash to what they say helps define a range of off-limit topics, from criticizing religion to advocating for women's rights.
Graciela Beines endured two years of abuse by her ex-boyfriend out of fear of deportation. Now she wants others to know about the U visa, which permits immigrant victims of crimes to escape the violence and stay in the U.S.
