Immigrant Rights
← Back to IssuesImmigrants are central to the nation’s economy, but are too often excluded from economic and social policies that expand opportunity. UCLA LPPI leverages empirical research to improve the quality of life for immigrants and combat discriminatory policies and programs.
What You Need to Know:
60%
60% of ICE detainees tested have coronavirus.
82%
82% of the public supports releasing child detainees to family members or sponsors.
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COVID-19 and Migrant Child Detainees: Releasing & Treating Children in Detention 
Expert Issues Brief → Civil Rights
COVID-19 and Migrant Child Detainees: Releasing & Treating Children in Detention
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News & Press
Commentary: Latino voters are engaged. It’s time to take us seriously. 
Democracy & Voting Rights
Commentary: Latino voters are engaged. It’s time to take us seriously.
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Black and brown voters pulled Dems across the finish line—what are their priorities Democracy & Voting Rights
Black and brown voters pulled Dems across the finish line—what are their priorities
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Commentary: Nation’s immigration issues are more than just numbers Immigrant Rights
Commentary: Nation’s immigration issues are more than just numbers
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Who is the ‘Latino voter?’ 2020 election reflected a diverse bloc that varies region to region Democracy & Voting Rights
Who is the ‘Latino voter?’ 2020 election reflected a diverse bloc that varies region to region
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Research Library
Our research library provides access to our original research, policy reports, and other assets to expand the understanding and attention to Latino issues.