Maine Voices: Immigrants learning English in Portland encounter the kindness of Mainers – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
The helpfulness of 33 Mainers stands in contrast with the anti-immigrant rhetoric from some politicians. Read more: Press...
Our View: Shrinking workforce a recipe for decline – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Maine will have to learn how to open its doors to immigrants or face the consequences. Read more: Press Herald
Word With the Boss: Westbrook metal, glass fabricator helps immigrants make it – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Sigco works with the Portland adult education system to recruit asylum-seekers. Read more: Press Herald
Maine needs immigrants to fill worker shortage, business leaders say – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Encouraging people to move to Maine is especially critical to address the problem of the state's aging workforce, says Dana Connors, president of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce. Read more: Press...
Maine Voices: There are common-sense, fact-based ways to fix immigration – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Taxpayers are subsidizing big business and a desire for cheap labor at a massive cost to society. Read more: Press...
Clergy rally behind immigrant needs at Maine State House – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Gathering at the Hall of Flags, religious leaders urge support and programs that reflect moral values in action. Read more: Press...
Young People Want Equality But Struggle To Discuss Bias (via NPR.org)
MTV surveyed 3,000 young people and found that they believe in the importance of equality. But it also found that they grew up not discussing racial issues, making for some complicated responses. Read more: NPR.org If you're interested in learning more about how to...