By Maribel Hastings, America’s Voice | Photo Copyright of IQ INC It is ironic that this week, as we celebrate the 249th anniversary of the ratification of the Declaration of Independence, which established the United States of America and freed it from the British monarchy, we have a president who believes himself to be king […]
By Mary Campbell | Editorial credit: Luigi W Morris / Shutterstock.com A federal judge in New York has brought a wave of relief to Haitian nationals and their supporters by halting the Trump administration’s attempt to prematurely terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian nationals residing in the United States, safeguarding protections extended under the […]
By Gabe Ortiz, Americas Voice | Photo Copyright of IQ Inc Serving, Defending, Dying to Protect America As Americans all over the country prepare to celebrate July 4 festivities with picnics, fireworks, and parades, it’s also a time to celebrate our nation’s enduring history as a beacon of hope for millions of immigrants who have […]
By Anne Webster | Photo Copyright of IQ INC. In American politics, a recurring strategy has been employed by many politicians—particularly white and often Democrat-leaning—who position themselves as “saviors” of marginalized communities. This phenomenon, known as political saviorism, relies on appealing to Black, Brown, and disenfranchised voters through promises of protection, social uplift, and justice, […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens |Photo Copyright IQ INC Jamaica has experienced modest economic growth in recent years, bolstered by key sectors such as tourism, mining, and construction. A significant contributor to this economic resilience has been remittances from the Jamaican diaspora, which have played a vital role in supporting household incomes and stimulating economic activity. […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq.| Photo Copyright of IQ.INC In a deeply concerning development, the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has begun distributing flyers entitled “Message to Illegal Aliens: A Warning to Self-Deport.” These documents, which bear the Department of Justice (DOJ) seal, are being circulated in immigration courts, included in official court communications, and […]
By Fenix Suriel | Photos courtesy: Justin Onwenu The National Center for Law and Economic Justice (NCLEJ) announced its settlement in a case against Applebee’s. The case involved a violation of the National Labor Relations Act. Applebee’s owners, Apple-Metro, Inc., agreed to settle with the NCLEJ. The suit was initially brought to the NCLEJ in […]
By Anne Webster | Photo Copyright IQ INC. The NAACP’s decision not to invite President Donald J. Trump to its 2025 annual national convention has reignited long-standing tensions between the organization and the Trump political brand. The absence of an invitation, while unsurprising to many observers, reflects deeper ideological and historical divides that have shaped […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Trinidad & Tobago, a nation celebrated for its rich cultural tapestry, grapples with a persistent and deeply entrenched racial divide within its political landscape. This division, largely rooted in the historical legacies of colonialism and plantation society, has been consistently exploited by political actors, including third parties, for their own gain, […]
By Viji Sundaram, ACOM| Editorial credit: Bob Korn / shutterstock.com The “Hands Off” protests marked the biggest day of demonstrations yet against the policies of Pres. Donald Trump and his biggest campaign donor and the world’s richest man, Elon Musk. BERKELEY, Calif.— Thousands turned out Saturday in front of the North Berkeley Bart station in […]