Despite being at the center of much political debate, more than two-thirds of Americans (66%) say that immigrants strengthen the country because of their hard work and talents. However, opinions vary greatly by political affiliation. While a majority of Democrats … Continued
Over the past three decades, changes in US immigration policies and procedures have resulted in a massive increase in deportations. These changes have shifted away from post-World War II-era policies that prioritized family reunification. Deportation is the formal process of … Continued
A civilian is an individual who is not a member of any military, police force or other armed force. This term is generally defined by international humanitarian law, though a number of different definitions are in use. Civilians may be … Continued
A citizen is a person who is legally entitled to the protection and benefits of a country or region in which they live. A good citizen shows allegiance to his or her community by voting, participating in civic activities and … Continued
Human rights are principles of conduct that people can reasonably expect governments and other entities to respect. They cover a broad range of topics, including civil and political rights, economic and social justice, the environment, health care, education, and privacy. … Continued
The United States is one of the world’s most diverse nations and many immigrants come from all over the globe to live here. As a result of this, people that move to the USA report that there is little or … Continued
Deportation is the process of sending a noncitizen back to his or her home country after he or she has violated the United States’ laws on immigration or criminal activity. Deportation is a powerful tool in the hands of the … Continued
The word civilian is derived from the Latin verb “civilis” meaning “of the people.” A citizen is someone who is not a member of an army or armed force and therefore does not take part in war. Civilians are generally … Continued
Citizenship is the status of an individual within a society that gives them rights and responsibilities, and offers them protection. It is usually associated with the right to vote, to take part in politics and public administration, to receive education, … Continued
A human rights framework can appeal to people with a wide range of political views. This is important because a strongly egalitarian political program will have better future prospects for acceptance and realization if it can win support from the … Continued
Immigration is a hot topic in politics and public discourse around the world, and people have strong opinions on how it should be handled. Regardless of whether one is in favor or against immigration, it’s important to understand what it … Continued
Deportation is the expulsion of a foreign national from a country where he or she is currently living. This is a legal process governed by the United States immigration laws and can occur for a variety of reasons including criminal … Continued
A civilian is a person who does not serve in the military or police forces. It is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of people. Those who work in political offices are civilians, and those who serve in … Continued
A citizen is a member of a political community (polity). Citizenship confers rights and duties on a person which are not available to non-citizens, while those rights and duties depend upon the laws of the polity. Citizenship is an abstract … Continued
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted in 1948 and sets out 30 rights that belong to all people. Seven decades on, the UDHR continues to be the basis of all international human rights law. However, there is … Continued
Across the globe, every day people make one of the hardest decisions imaginable: to leave their homes, often forever. They move to find better opportunities, safer lives or a new place to call home. Some go as far as the … Continued
Unless your status is lawful permanent resident or a US citizen, you can be deported (removed from the United States) for certain types of criminal activities and national security and law enforcement issues. Your status is determined by the type … Continued
A civilian is a person who does not belong to the military, police or other emergency services. In the context of armed conflict this includes people living in areas of hostilities as well as those who are not participating directly … Continued
A citizen is a person who has full rights and responsibilities as a member of a nation or political community. Citizenship usually signifies a bond that goes beyond basic kinship ties and unites people of different genetic backgrounds as equal … Continued
People have a right to life and liberty. They also have other rights, which allow them to express their views, to get an education and to enjoy property. These rights are called human rights and they are based on the … Continued
Immigration is the process of moving to a new country or region in order to live and work there. It may also involve obtaining citizenship, and it can be either legal or illegal. International migration is a natural part of … Continued