The Valley
About the Shenandoah Valley chapter
November 29, 2010 - 14:59
The Shenandoah Valley chapter has been working on immigration reform issues including opposing Governor McDonnell’s anti-immigrant policies, supporting comprehensive federal immigration reform and supporting the Dream Act.
Over the past two years, Valley residents spoke out in support of health care reform and continue to support the implementation of the Affordable Care Act in Virginia. Additionally, the Valley chapter is working on racial profiling issues, budget and tax reform and opposing predatory lending.
Celebrating diversity with food and new friends
December 8, 2011 - 16:47
As we enter the holiday season, it’s an important time to remember our community, the importance of unity, and to celebrate the diversity that we have in the Friendly City of Harrisonburg.
What a better way to do that than an inter-cultural potluck? Join us to share the treats and stories from your own culture and indulge in those of others. We’ll be hearing from folks of other cultures, making new friends, and sharing food. This event is sponsored by the New Bridges Immigrant Resource Center, Promotores de la Salud, Refugee Resettlement, and Virginia Organizing.
Surplus Smurplus: Staunton Residents Ask "Where's the Surplus?"
August 10, 2011 - 13:22
Parents and teachers will gather Thursday in Staunton to collect school supplies for local schools and to call attention to previous cuts to education funding. Cuts in excess of 15 percent which has meant crowded classrooms, outdated textbooks, and reduced student achievement. The state closed last year’s $6.2 billion shortfall almost entirely with cuts and help from the federal government. Only 2 percent of last year’s deficit was made up through new revenue.
Harrisonburg: “Hey McDonnell Shame on You. Immigrants are People, Too!”
October 16, 2010 - 17:01
Virginians Protest Governor McDonnell’s Latest Anti-Immigrant Stance; His Attempts to Deny Drivers Licenses to Legal Immigrants with Work Permits.
Valley Residents to Attorney General: Speak for Yourself, Mr. Cuccinelli!
April 19, 2010 - 00:46
While Cuccinelli Spoke Inside the Spotswood Country Club, Residents Spoke Out in Opposition to His Recent Actions Opposing Health Care Reform, Gay Rights and Environmental Protection
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