New York Times Gets Immigration Right

Today's editorial in The New York Times about Arizona's recent immigration law (SB 1070).  The Times editors point out that this law does not just affect Arizona.  "The poison is spreading," they say -- and they are right.  Read the editorial, it's well worth it.

Want to do something about inhumane immigration policies?  AFSC is involved in actions across the state tomorrow.  May 1st is International Workers' Day, and a national day of action for immigrants rights.  If you live near one of the following cities, come join us!  Click "read more" to see the list of actions in North Carolina.

Charlotte, 10am-12:30pm: May 1^st Rally, 10am meet at Marshall Park, 11am march to Mecklenburg County Jail for a May 1^st Rally against 287g. “Yes to Schools, Yes to Libraries, Yes to Jobs, Yes to Families, No to 287g!” 700 E. 4th Street, Charlotte. Contact 704-759-6503. Co-sponsored by the Charlotte Immigrant Solidarity Committee.

Greensboro, 3-5pm: Jobs with Justice Workers rights rally, Government Plaza in downtown Greensboro. Recognize the loss of life in the West Virginia Mine.  Call Sandra Koritz for more information, 336-272-2758.

Greensboro, 6-7:15pm: Immigration Reform Action- Silent Witness for Immigration Reform. Meet at the small park at the corner of McGee and Davie in downtown Greensboro, and then proceed to line Elm Street with signs supporting humane immigration reform. Contact Ryan Nilsen for more info, 336-379-0037- ext . 1. Sponsored by American Friends Service Committee and FaithAction Intl. House.

Kernersville, 7:30-9pm: Vigil at Holy Cross Catholic Church. An informal vigil for immigration reform at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 616 S. Cherry Street, Kernersville, 27284.

Durham, 6:30-8:30pm: Candle Light Vigil, CCB Plaza, Downtown Durham. Contact Julio Olmos or Maximiliano Hernandez for more info, 919-687-4635. Co-sponsored by the Durham Immigrant Solidarity Committee.