Friday, May 7, 2010

Latino and Civil Rights Groups Announce Arizona Boycott

Diverse Issues in Higher Education
by Arelis Hernandez , May 7, 2010

WASHINGTON – The National Council de la Raza along with other national civil rights and labor organizations announced a boycott against Arizona to remain in effect until the state’s “oppressive and odious” immigration law is repealed or Congress passes immigration reform.
During a press conference at the Washington, D.C., headquarters of the Latino advocacy organization, NCLR President Janet Murguía said the council is asking all affiliated organizations to cancel major events and conventions in the state as a show of solidarity.

Full Story: http://diverseeducation.com/article/13771/latino-and-civil-rights-groups-announce-arizona-boycott.html

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