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Immigrant advocates march keep the pressure on closing detention centers
BY ILIANA PINEDA ON SEPTEMBER 3, 2024. Iliana Pineda reported on the Aug. 21 protest by the Pennsylvania Immigration and Citizenship Coalition (PICC), demanding the closure of four regional detention centers. "We are urging our elected officials to improve immigrant rights, starting with shutting down these centers," stated PICC Executive Director Jasmine Rivera. The protest concluded at U.S. Senator John Fetterman's office, where community members shared their harrowing experiences in detention facilities, including the death of Cameroonian immigrant Frankline Okpu.
Immigrant advocates march to Fetterman’s Philly office, keep the pressure on closing detention centers
BY NIGEL THOMPSON ON AUGUST 26, 2024
Immigrant advocates are speaking out as the 2024 election approaches, despite both major parties overlooking their calls for action. On August 21, a group assembled outside Philadelphia’s ICE field office before marching to U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s office in Philadelphia. Their renewed demands focus on closing the remaining ICE detention centers in PA and NJ.
Harris, Walz, make powerful, first joint appearance as full Democratic ticket in North Philly
BY NIGEL THOMPSON ON AUGUST 08, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, made their first joint appearance in North Philadelphia in front of 14,000 people. Harris outlined her campaign message, focusing on affordable housing, healthcare, and paid leave for workers. She also emphasized defending fundamental freedoms, including reproductive and voting rights, and promoting gun safety. Governor Walz highlighted his background as a teacher and mentor, emphasizing working for the common good.
¡Presente! Media video series on Free Migration Project’s Abolitionist Curriculum
BY GABRIELA WATSON-BURKETT ON JULY 24, 2024
¡Presente! Media and Free Migration Project joined forces to bring you an enlightening and thought-provoking video series based on the Abolitionist Futures’ 2022 Reading List. This first video explores the concept of transformative justice and its implications for addressing harm within communities.
The state of Latino voters in Philly and beyond ahead of the 2024 presidential election
BY NIGEL THOMPSON ON JULY 10 2024
Explore the crucial role of Latino voters in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania as the 2024 presidential election approaches. Despite current low turnout trends, discover strategies to mobilize this key demographic and impact the race between Biden and Trump.
New report: Pennsylvania needs immigrants to reverse population decline
Discover how immigrants have revitalized Pennsylvania's population, bolstered local economies, and influenced political representation in PICC's latest report. As the state faces a population decline, immigration emerges as a crucial driver of growth and stability. Learn about the substantial contributions of immigrant workers and entrepreneurs, and the urgent call for pro-immigrant legislation ahead of the 2024 elections.
Poll Reveals Surprising Support for Mass Deportations in 2024 Elections, Fueling Divisions Over Immigration Policies
BY JENNIFER HERNANDEZ ON MAY 30, 2024
Immigration is a top issue in the upcoming elections, with increased support for conservative policies, including mass deportations and ending birthright citizenship. Advocacy groups are concerned about ICE arrests of immigrants with pending criminal charges, adding to the debate.
Ice Out Of Courts Campaign - Philly Community Urges City Investigation
BY BECCA HAYDU ON DECEMBER 21, 2023
On December 4. Juntos and the ICE Out of Courts Coalition hosted a critical press conference at the Juanita Kidd Stout Center for Criminal Justice in South Philadelphia.
The focus? A disturbing uptick in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests targeting over a dozen immigrant community members with pending criminal charges.
OPINIÓN: Alto definitivo al fuego en Palestina: alcemos nuestra voz como latinos
POR CARLOS JOSE PEREZ SAMANO EL 24 DE NOVIEMBRE DEL 2023
Alto al genocidio. Cese inmediato al fuego en Palestina. Estamos siendo testigos de un genocidio histórico y tenemos que detenerlo.
Chef Cristina Martinez talks about the challenges of being an immigrant entrepreneur
BY BECCA HAYDU, CLAUDIA CEBALLOS, JENNIFER HERNANDEZ, GABRIELA WATSON-BURKETT & KIANNI FIGUEREO, ON NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Join us in this heartwarming short documentary as award-winning Mexican Chef Cristina Martinez opens up about her inspiring path as an immigrant entrepreneur. Discover the power of a strong support system and the impact of programs by the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
How Philly’s mayoral candidates plan to combat the opioid crisis in Kensington
BY JENNIFER HERNANDEZ ON OCTOBER 26, 2023
Democratic mayoral nominee Cherelle Parker and Republican mayoral nominee David Oh discussed their plans to address the opioid epidemic in Kensington during a private discussion with Tina Stankiewicz, a fentanyl, heroin, and tranq recovering addict with ties to the Kensington community, and Frank Rodriguez, a recovering heroin addict and addiction advocate, moderated by ¡Presente! Media multimedia producer Kianni Figuereo, a Kensington native.
Amid slow justice for Eddie Irizarry, Philly’s Latine community confronts its relationship with police
BY NIGEL THOMPSON ON OCTOBER 7, 2023
This past week, all murder charges filed by District Attorney Larry Krasner against Officer Mark Dial were dropped by a judge, marking yet another stain on the history between Philly criminal justice and the Latine community. It’s a similar relationship for many Latine communities across the country.
Philly's Latine community rallies in powerful march demanding justice for Eddie Irizarry
BY NIGEL THOMPSON ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Led by local activists, Philadelphia’s Latine community displayed unity and strength in a rally and march dedicated to getting justice for Eddie Irizarry, who was shot and killed by a PPD officer last month.
¡Presente! Media at Rec It Philly Post Primary Meeting
BY KIANNI FIGUEREO, ON JUNE 12, 2023
¡Presente! Media team attended the Rec It Philly’s Post Primary Meeting where action plans and policies were formulated for the next Philly mayor around their wants for safe and clean sites, more rec programming, and growing the urban forest.
Philadelphia's Immigrant Communities Won't Stay Silent — The Next Mayor Must Listen
BY SILVIA FERRER ON MAY 12, 2023
Philadelphia residents talk about the hurdles that are preventing immigrants from casting their vote, what grassroots organizations are doing to help, and what candidates owe Philadelphia’s immigrant community.
¡Presente! Media at “Tu Voz, Tu Voto“ - Congreso's Community Conversation
BY GABRIELA WATSON-BURKETT, ON MAY 9, 2023
¡Presente! Media team attended Congreso’s event “Tu Voz, Tu Voto:” a bilingual conversation about the issues that matter most to our community and how the upcoming election is an opportunity to make our voices heard.
An appeal to the next mayor of Philadelphia - Latine business owners have the word
BY JULIÁN CARREÑO ON MAY 2, 2023
2Puntos Platform and ¡Presente! Media visited some of the city's Latine businesses to hear their concerns and challenges, and what they are asking of the future mayor of Philadelphia.
Un repaso de los candidatos a la alcaldía de Filadelfia: una perspectiva latina
POR ERICKA CONANT Y FOTOS DE ASHLEY ORTEGA EL 26 DE ABRIL DEL 2023
El 16 de mayo, los votantes acudirán a las urnas para emitir su voto por uno de los 12 candidatos a la alcaldía de Filadelfia. La lista de candidatos está grande y competitiva. En este artículo tienes un panorama de los planes de los candidatos acerca de temas relacionados a la comunidad latina.
¡Presente! Media at the Latino Mayoral Forum
BY GABRIELA WATSON-BURKETT, AND STEFFANY EL BAROUKI ON MAY 2, 2023
¡Presente! Media team interviewed Philadelphia mayoral candidates at the Latino Mayoral Forum at Esperanza.
Una carta de peticiones para el próximo alcalde de Filadelfia
POR JULIÁN CARREÑO PERIODISTA 2PUNTOSPLATFORM EL MAYO 2 DEL 2023
Visitamos algunos de los negocios latines de la ciudad para escuchar sus preocupaciones y retos, y lo que le piden al futuro alcalde.