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UnidosUS Condemns “CRUEL AND SHORTSIGHTED” DACA Ruling by Texas Federal Court
Following the recent ruling by a U.S. district court in Texas that limited the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, Carlos Guevara, UnidosUS’ Director for Immigration Initiatives, issued the following statement: “The court's decision is a stark reminder of the millions of lives that hang in the balance due to a broken immigration system. It reinforces our resolve to fight for permanent solutions for DACA recipients, as well the millions of others whose hopes, dreams, and aspirations hang in the balance. Our communities deserve greater certainty at a time when many of their contributions as frontline workers have helped keep our great nation afloat during a once in a generation health crisis. “Research shows that more than 330,000 DACA recipients and TPS holders have stepped up to serve as essential workers during the pandemic, providing their fellow Americans with necessary goods and services. They are among the 5 million workers who lack permanent status that have served in essential roles during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The time for action is now. A solution that is good for America, Americans, and aspiring Americans alike – is within our reach. UnidosUS will fight for the inclusion of pathways to citizenship in pandemic recovery legislation, even if that means through the budget reconciliation process.” According to a recent report, current legislative proposals that offer pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants could add $1.5 trillion to the country’s GDP over the next decade while generating 400,800 jobs that would increase wages of those eligible by $4,300. That report also finds that these measures could increase the wages of all other American workers by $600. UnidosUS, previously known as NCLR (National Council of La Raza), is the nation’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization. Through its unique combination of expert research, advocacy, programs, and an Affiliate Network of nearly 300 community-based organizations across the United States and Puerto Rico, UnidosUS simultaneously challenges the social, economic, and political barriers that affect Latinos at the national and local levels.
Roxzine Stinson has been appointed as the Lubbock County Election Administrator . She joined the elections office in 2003 and served as Chief Deputy Administrator since 2005. She replaces Dorothy Kennedy who announced her resignation in early June. The position of Elections Administrator is created by Commissioners Court, and the Elections Administrator is appointed by the County Election Commission. The Elections Administrator is the chief county election officer as well as the voter registrar. Stinson hopes to continue to be a role model and maintain the integrity of Lubbock County elections, especially at a time of scrutiny in the voting process. “We’ll continue as we have been,” Stinson said. “Any changes that come through legislation, we’ll make sure that we follow those and make sure they work the way they’re supposed to and still ensure confidence with the voters and the party chairs and the election commission as a whole.” Lubbock County will have its first elections in November under the leadership of a new administrator.
