In Oregon, one college tries to make a home for ‘Dreamers’

March 20, 2018March 20, 2018 Thacher Schmid

You could say Ana Maldonado goes out of her way to get to Portland Community College’s new DREAM Center. First she walks, then takes light rail, then a bus. That brings her to the PCC campus closest to her house. … Continue reading In Oregon, one college tries to make a home for ‘Dreamers’

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What’s the problem with NORCOR?

October 13, 2017 Thacher Schmid

Lawsuits, political resistance, immigrant rights and the state’s sanctuary law are forming a perfect storm over the Northern Oregon Regional Corrections Facilities Charles, the manager of a Hood River restaurant, wants his sous chef back. When Immigration and Customs Enforcement … Continue reading What’s the problem with NORCOR?

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In Oregon, one college tries to make a home for ‘Dreamers’

What’s the problem with NORCOR?