BY NEWFM The smoke is still clearing from this election and we are entering a reality that few of us thought was possible. We are in shock, fear, grief, rage, disbelief, and uncertainty.  All of these feelings are real and all of us are searching to find our humanity and our way.  Most importantly, now more than ever, we must take care of ourselves, our loved ones, our communities, and our principles and values. Our analysis, our strategy, our action, will settle and become clearer. Our courage will rise to the needs of this moment. We want to continue to provide opportunities to […]

Our Fight for Respect and Dignity Continues By  Make the Road New York Staff / Make the Road New York To wake up after the election in the United States as an immigrant, a person of color or an LGBTQ individual, or a human being who believes in the dignity of all people, was to wake up with dread in our bellies and fear in our hearts. In this country, on one night of history, hatred and misguided resentment in the hearts of a tragically large group of people swept over our nation and won. There is much grieving to […]

MILWAUKEE, WI — Following last night’s election of Donald Trump as President, Voces de la Frontera announced a series of community forums throughout Wisconsin. The first is at St. Rafael Catholic Church (2059 S 33rd St in Milwaukee) at 1pm on Sunday, November 13th (more info here). The second forum is at the Racine Labor Center (2100 Layard Ave in Racine) at 5pm on Sunday, November 13th (more info here). In response to the election results, Voces de la Frontera issued the following statement: “For 15 years, Voces de la Frontera has fought to defend immigrant workers and their families,” said Christine Neumann-Ortiz, Executive Director of […]