Senator Alex Padilla

Immigration restrictions support the message from Civil Rights movement

Honor MLK with immigration policy that spurs economic mobility.

As we reflect on MLK’s life, it’s important to also acknowledge A. Philip Randolph, who was the lead organizer of the 1963 March on Washington which included Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic I have a dream speech. Randolph had a long history of advocating for immigration restrictions so as to advance the economic interests of Black Americans.

Immigration reform must benefit Americans and legal immigrants!

No immigration increases during COVID-enforced unemployment!

President Biden is planning to make immigration reform a priority during his administration. When considering immigration legislation, Congress must not approve any immigration increases while millions of American and legal immigrant workers are out of work or working reduced hours due to COVID-19. Workers are already struggling and shouldn’t face increased competition for jobs.