The Donald Trump Effect
Right-leaning politicians are the most frequently quoted voices in American news stories about immigration, leaving little room for others, according to a recent study.
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Class Struggles
School choice is tough for even the savviest parent. For immigrants, it can be hell.
Navigating the New York Public School System
An early look at a Pacific Standard story that's currently only available to subscribers.
How Unauthorized Immigrants Support Legal Users of Medicare
A new study finds unauthorized immigrants create a huge surplus in Medicare by contributing to payroll taxes, but not withdrawing benefits.
Getting Creative to Combat Domestic Violence
The Violence Against Women Act, signed into law by President Clinton in 1994, has radically changed the way Americans think about sexual and domestic violence. But recent evidence suggests that VAWA has protected certain populations of Americans far better than others.
Lost in the System: Susan J. Terrio’s ‘Whose Child Am I?’
The plight of underage, undocumented children in U.S. Immigration custody.
A New Way of Thinking About Citizenship for Immigrants
Where national efforts are failing, states like California are stepping up to the plate.
Return Migrants Can Make a Big Difference
Researchers have found that return migrants to the state of Guanajuato, Mexico, have a positive effect on nearly every aspect of life.
Scorched
For Central American migrants, the promise of work in the fields of California has dried up.
Stranded in California, Waiting for the Rain
An early look at a Pacific Standard story that's currently only available to subscribers.