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News & Commentary about Abuse of Immigration Detention

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Satsuki Ina as a toddler with her mother and brother.

May 27, 2015

I Know an American 'Internment' Camp When I See One

I Know an American 'Internment' Camp When I See One
Manzanar Detention Center Barracks - Japanese-American interment camp during WW2

May 21, 2015

The 'South Texas Family Residential Center' Is No Haven: It’s an Internment Camp.

The 'South Texas Family Residential Center' Is No Haven: It’s an Internment Camp.

Apr 13, 2015

Asylum Seekers Shouldn’t Have to Worry About Posting Bond When They Flee Their Homes

Asylum Seekers Shouldn’t Have to Worry About Posting Bond When They Flee Their Homes

Mar 16, 2015

Judge to Government: 'National Security' Isn't a 'Magic Word' That Allows Constitutional Rights Violations

Judge to Government: 'National Security' Isn't a 'Magic Word' That Allows Constitutional Rights Violations

Feb 27, 2015

The ‘Family-Friendly’ Myths of Family Detention Facilities

The ‘Family-Friendly’ Myths of Family Detention Facilities

Feb 4, 2015

Detention Is No Place for Infants, Children, and Families

Detention Is No Place for Infants, Children, and Families

Jan 30, 2015

For Some Families Fleeing Violence, a Shot at a Fair Shake

For Some Families Fleeing Violence, a Shot at a Fair Shake
Mass Incarceration

Sep 26, 2014

DHS Argues It Has Evidence That Locking Up Immigrant Families Deters Migration. One Problem: It’s So Wrong.

DHS Argues It Has Evidence That Locking Up Immigrant Families Deters Migration. One Problem: It’s So Wrong.

Aug 22, 2014

Mothers and Children Fleeing Violence Need a Fair Chance

Mothers and Children Fleeing Violence Need a Fair Chance