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The battle between the forced migrant and illegal immigrant

By John W. Fountain III | June 29, 2018

As headlines about migrant children being separated from their families at the border continue to dominate the news, one truth remains evident: We are still numb to the plight of black lives, writes commentator John W. Fountain III.

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Congressman Davis, other elected officials push for children to be united with their immigrant parents

By Connor S. Carynski | June 27, 2018

Health experts joined Cook County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, Ald. Pat Dowell, state Rep. Camille Lilly and others to speak out against President Donald Trump’s child-separation policy and urge that children be immediately reunited with their families.

Community

Congressman Danny Davis invites pubic to immigration town hall

By AustinTalks | February 21, 2017

The event will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 23 at Xilin Art Academy, 2356 S. Wentworth Ave.

Donald Trump

Donald Trump, the big lie and doublethink

By Dwayne Truss | January 31, 2017

Longtime Austin resident Dwayne Truss warns his fellow citizens to not be confused or misled by the new president.

Opinion

Austin, the kid, takes a stand for freedom

By Rickie P. Brown Sr. | February 9, 2012

Graphic designer and artist Rickie P. Brown Sr. presents an African-American history month cartoon that addresses a modern issue.

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