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The 4 million women you can thank for your last meal

From the Restore Fairness blog-

They’re the backbone of our food supply. Their hands sliced the chicken breast we had for lunch. Their sweat brought the fresh tomato to our plates. Their backs bent to pick the lettuce in our salads. They are America’s undocumented workers.


Are you voting tomorrow?

From the Restore Fairness blog-

Tomorrow is voting day, so make sure you get out there and vote. Here are some things that might motivate you to make your vote count and have your voice heard in the 2010 elections-


Looking forward to immigration reform and how it will benefit the U.S. economy by $1.5 trillion

(From Restore Fairness blog) Do we need more evidence of the fact that Comprehensive Immigration Reform (CIR) will benefit the country? For those that are unconvinced, the new report brought out by the Center for American Progress and Immigration Policy Center should help point our how crucial CIR is to the future of the U.S. economy.


Lou Dobbs to resign from CNN after pressure by advocacy groups

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After facing intense pressure for his anti-immigration rhetoric, Lou Dobbs announced his resignation last night to his viewers. He will be replaced by John King.


Lou Dobbs "Drop the Hate" ad to air on MSNBC tonight!

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From the Restore Fairness blog.

CNN is feeling the heat because of its primetime anchor – Lou Dobbs. New York Times headlines. Front page of El Diario. Blogs abuzz with news.


Expanding immigration enforcement programs - more harm than good?

From Restore Fairness blog


The "I" in Immigration stands for you- Take Action Now

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It always happens, after a sultry summer, fall invigorates us to start taking action.