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Maine’s leaders of color say Rep. Dhalac’s exit reflects a broader pattern of racism and scrutiny

Citing concerns about the dangers and racism elected officials face, Democratic Rep. Deqa Dhalac from South Portland announced Thursday that she will not seek...

Dream Deferred as Legal Immigrants Stopped at the Door of Their Boston Oath Ceremony

What should have been a milestone day for dozens of immigrants in Boston instead turned into shock and heartbreak as multiple naturalization ceremonies were...

Boston’s Push for Inclusive Policing Grows as Immigrant Officers Join the Frontlines

The Boston Police Department (BPD) is slowly becoming a stronger reflection of the diverse communities it serves—communities shaped by immigrants, cultural variety, and religious...

Somali-American Representatives in Maine Denounce Trump’s Remark as Dangerous and Divisive

Three Somali-American state representatives in Maine, Mana Abdi, Deqa Dhalac, and Yusuf Yusuf, have issued a strong joint statement condemning recent derogatory remarks made...

Immigrant Families Caught in the Gaps of New Vaccine Policies

Federal officials say the new vaccine-regulation updates introduced earlier this year were meant to streamline access, increase uptake, and reduce health risks. But inside...

Black Women Face Rising Unemployment Amid Federal Layoffs and DEI Rollbacks

During a roundtable discussion held in Boston on November 24, 2025, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley raised a critical question: “Why are Black women—who have some of...

The Human Cost: How ICE Disrupted Families and Businesses Across New England

Immigration enforcement has transformed the day-to-day life of New England over the past ten years, providing an indelible imprint on families, places of work,...

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