BY NIGEL THOMPSON ON SEPT. 3, 2024

Daniela Morales and Adesola Ogunleye share their experiences as DACA recipients navigating life in the U.S. Both women are driven by their desire to make a positive impact in their communities, despite the challenges of their immigration status, and remain hopeful and engaged as the 2024 presidential election approaches.

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.

BY NIGEL THOMPSON ON AUGUST 09, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris is endorsed by Joe Biden as the new Democratic presidential nominee for the 2024 election. She has received significant support and raised substantial funds for her campaign. Her stance on key issues includes a strong defense of abortion rights, a focus on improving the economy to address inflation and cost of living concerns, and a commitment to continuing efforts to expand and protect health care coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

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.

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.

POR NIGEL THOMPSON EL 7 DE OCTUBRE DEL 2023

La semana pasada, un juez retiró todos los cargos de asesinato presentados por el fiscal de distrito Larry Krasner contra el oficial Mark Dial, lo que marcó otra mancha más en la historia entre la justicia penal de Filadelfia y la comunidad latina. Es una relación similar para muchas comunidades latinas en todo el país.

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. 

POR NIGEL THOMPSON EL 1 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2023

Dirigida por activistas locales, la comunidad latina de Filadelfia mostró unidad y fuerza en una manifestación y marcha dedicada a obtener justicia para Eddie Irizarry, quien fue asesinado a tiros por un oficial del PPD el mes pasado.

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.