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2013

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The American Dream: Daca, Dreamers, And Comprehensive Immigration Reform, Heather Fathali Nov 2013

The American Dream: Daca, Dreamers, And Comprehensive Immigration Reform, Heather Fathali

Seattle University Law Review

On June 15, 2012, President Obama made an announcement that changed the lives of millions. Effective immediately, the Obama administration would implement a new program—what would come to be known as Deferred Action for Child-hood Arrivals (DACA)—offering eligible undocumented young people both a two-year respite from the haunting possibility of deportation as well as the eligibility to apply for employment authorization. While millions were elated by the President’s announcement, he also faced harsh criticism. Many claimed that his action exceeded federal statutory limits, exceeded his Executive powers, and usurped congressional authority. Still others, anxious to see comprehensive immigration reform implemented, …


Jewerl Maxwell Announces Book Publication, Andrea Speros Jan 2013

Jewerl Maxwell Announces Book Publication, Andrea Speros

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Jewerl Maxwell, Ph.D., associate dean of the center for lifelong learning and assistant professor of political science at Cedarville University, co-authored “Tough Times for the President: Political Adversity and the Sources of Executive Power” with professor, author and presidency scholar Ryan J. Barilleaux.