But it wasn’t an error. The memo essentially shut down the Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest program, which recruited immigrants with certain highly desired skills. The program had more than 10,000 participants, and the memo ordered extra background che...
It was safe where he lived in Addis Ababa — as long as you weren’t politically active, he says. Soldiers would harass directionless young people gathered on the street, asking, “Why are you here? Do you have ID?” There was constant pressure to join the military. Getting a passport ...
Born in Lima, Peru, Isabel moved around the world due to her stepfather’s career as a diplomat. She lived in Chile, Bolivia, Europe, and the Middle East, but Chile was her homeland. That is, until the military coup on Sep 11, 1973 overthrew and killed her uncle, when she fled with...
Homicide and rape are relatively numerous and are committed mostly by men under the influence of alcohol. Court judgments take into account the social background of criminals. Military Activity. Defense is the responsibility of France. The military is absent in Reunion, and men serve their ...
Women's perceptions of the IDF and military service of their children were idealistic and patriotic, while men's perceptions were more critical and pragmatic. We conclude that women have a higher stake at joining the mainstream due to their family commitments and matrilineal transmission of ...
Every voice is unique. Every story is powerful. Contribute yours on social media today using the hashtag#CelebrateImmigrants Roger & Tiffany Rocio & Nehaya #CELEBRATE IMMIGRANTS We all know someone with an immigration experience or have an immigrant heritage story of our own. Join us in sharing...
Prior to joining the ACLU's Southern California office, Arulanantham was an Assistant Federal Public Defender in El Paso, Texas for two years. Before that, he was a fellow at the ACLU Immigrants' Rights Project in New York, where he provided legal assistance to dozens of non-citi- zens ...
during World War II. Throughout his career, the comedian would bring laughter and cheer tobattlegrounds of five wars, headlining 57 events for servicemen and women. In 1997, theUnited States Congress recognized Hope’swork with service members by naming him anhonorary veteran of the US military...