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Fixing the harmful immigration and criminal justice systems that have locked too many out of the American dream for too long.
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NEW @fwd.us RESEARCH REPORT: Announced #immigration policies will negatively impact millions of Americans by separating families and raising the costs of goods and services by $2,150 more each year, according to new @fwd.us estimates. 🧵
New Policy Brief:
Parole is supposed to offer a pathway for release, but too often parole systems operate with little transparency or accountability.
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Parole is supposed to offer a pathway for release, but too often parole systems operate with little transparency or accountability.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:56 PM
New Policy Brief:
Parole is supposed to offer a pathway for release, but too often parole systems operate with little transparency or accountability.
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Parole is supposed to offer a pathway for release, but too often parole systems operate with little transparency or accountability.
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For too many people, parole does not offer a real chance for release.
Watch Carol and her son, Bill, speak about their experience navigating Mississippi’s parole system. Their story represents so many families waiting to be reunited.
Watch Carol and her son, Bill, speak about their experience navigating Mississippi’s parole system. Their story represents so many families waiting to be reunited.
February 4, 2026 at 7:27 PM
For too many people, parole does not offer a real chance for release.
Watch Carol and her son, Bill, speak about their experience navigating Mississippi’s parole system. Their story represents so many families waiting to be reunited.
Watch Carol and her son, Bill, speak about their experience navigating Mississippi’s parole system. Their story represents so many families waiting to be reunited.
This #BlackHistoryMonth we're honoring history by continuing the fight to expand freedom for the millions of people impacted by our harmful immigration and criminal justice systems.
February 2, 2026 at 9:27 PM
This #BlackHistoryMonth we're honoring history by continuing the fight to expand freedom for the millions of people impacted by our harmful immigration and criminal justice systems.
Nicole is the first person to come home thanks to the Georgia Survivor Justice Act. Her release shows what’s possible when our system recognizes trauma, values redemption, and advances meaningful criminal justice reform. We hope she is the first of many to get a real second chance.
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January 31, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Nicole is the first person to come home thanks to the Georgia Survivor Justice Act. Her release shows what’s possible when our system recognizes trauma, values redemption, and advances meaningful criminal justice reform. We hope she is the first of many to get a real second chance.
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Immigration enforcement quotas can fuel violence, intimidation, deaths, & unlawful arrests, like what we have seen unfolding in communities across the country.
These arbitrary quotas have led to harsher & more expansive immigration enforcement.
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These arbitrary quotas have led to harsher & more expansive immigration enforcement.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Immigration enforcement quotas can fuel violence, intimidation, deaths, & unlawful arrests, like what we have seen unfolding in communities across the country.
These arbitrary quotas have led to harsher & more expansive immigration enforcement.
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These arbitrary quotas have led to harsher & more expansive immigration enforcement.
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Any Lucía López Belloza, an Austin college student who was wrongfully deported, should be able to return to the U.S. immediately.
Led by @repcasar.bsky.social and @warren.senate.gov, 80 Dem. members of Congress urged the Trump admin to let her return to the U.S., so she can continue her education.
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Led by @repcasar.bsky.social and @warren.senate.gov, 80 Dem. members of Congress urged the Trump admin to let her return to the U.S., so she can continue her education.
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January 28, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Any Lucía López Belloza, an Austin college student who was wrongfully deported, should be able to return to the U.S. immediately.
Led by @repcasar.bsky.social and @warren.senate.gov, 80 Dem. members of Congress urged the Trump admin to let her return to the U.S., so she can continue her education.
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Led by @repcasar.bsky.social and @warren.senate.gov, 80 Dem. members of Congress urged the Trump admin to let her return to the U.S., so she can continue her education.
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Yesterday, @repyvetteclarke.bsky.social, @maxwellfrost.bsky.social, @haitianbridge.bsky.social, TPS Alliance, @seiu.org, American Business Immigration Coalition, @domesticworkers.bsky.social, and partners sounded the alarm on the looming termination of Haiti TPS.
January 23, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Yesterday, @repyvetteclarke.bsky.social, @maxwellfrost.bsky.social, @haitianbridge.bsky.social, TPS Alliance, @seiu.org, American Business Immigration Coalition, @domesticworkers.bsky.social, and partners sounded the alarm on the looming termination of Haiti TPS.
We’re excited to share that Elissa Johnson, VP, Criminal Justice Campaigns at @fwd.us, will be speaking at the Justice Summit: Voices for Change in Park City, UT on 1/24 during #sundancefilmfestival.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:43 PM
We’re excited to share that Elissa Johnson, VP, Criminal Justice Campaigns at @fwd.us, will be speaking at the Justice Summit: Voices for Change in Park City, UT on 1/24 during #sundancefilmfestival.
Register below ⬇️
Register below ⬇️
“I am here today as an example of what successful refugee resettlement & integration looks like when it is grounded in service, accountability, and commitment to this country.” Nadim served in Afghanistan as an interpreter in direct support of the U.S.
January 16, 2026 at 6:24 PM
“I am here today as an example of what successful refugee resettlement & integration looks like when it is grounded in service, accountability, and commitment to this country.” Nadim served in Afghanistan as an interpreter in direct support of the U.S.
Global talent is key to Georgia’s economic success and competitive edge, according to a new Savannah Now op-ed by Chris Clark with the Georgia Chamber.
“For decades, Georgia’s economic success has depended on a steady flow of talented, hardworking people from around the world.”
“For decades, Georgia’s economic success has depended on a steady flow of talented, hardworking people from around the world.”
January 13, 2026 at 11:17 PM
Global talent is key to Georgia’s economic success and competitive edge, according to a new Savannah Now op-ed by Chris Clark with the Georgia Chamber.
“For decades, Georgia’s economic success has depended on a steady flow of talented, hardworking people from around the world.”
“For decades, Georgia’s economic success has depended on a steady flow of talented, hardworking people from around the world.”
In case you missed it: In a new @ajc.com op-ed, Rev. Tom Hagood urges lawmakers to act now to provide permanent protections for DACA recipients and Dreamers.
“Our state’s economy and moral fabric depend on these young immigrants.” Read more ⬇️ www.ajc.com/opinion/2026...
“Our state’s economy and moral fabric depend on these young immigrants.” Read more ⬇️ www.ajc.com/opinion/2026...
January 12, 2026 at 10:44 PM
In case you missed it: In a new @ajc.com op-ed, Rev. Tom Hagood urges lawmakers to act now to provide permanent protections for DACA recipients and Dreamers.
“Our state’s economy and moral fabric depend on these young immigrants.” Read more ⬇️ www.ajc.com/opinion/2026...
“Our state’s economy and moral fabric depend on these young immigrants.” Read more ⬇️ www.ajc.com/opinion/2026...
“These were legal pathways. People did the thing the government asked them to do, and this government went and preemptively revoked that status,” shared @thetoddschulte.bsky.social, @fwd.us President via @npr.org. ⬇️
January 9, 2026 at 7:04 PM
“These were legal pathways. People did the thing the government asked them to do, and this government went and preemptively revoked that status,” shared @thetoddschulte.bsky.social, @fwd.us President via @npr.org. ⬇️
Earlier this month, FWD.us joined Senators and advocates to announce the reintroduction of the bipartisan Dream Act.
Thanks to @durbin.senate.gov, Senator Lisa Murkowski, @cortezmasto.senate.gov, and @padilla.senate.gov.
Congress must protect Dreamers now.
Thanks to @durbin.senate.gov, Senator Lisa Murkowski, @cortezmasto.senate.gov, and @padilla.senate.gov.
Congress must protect Dreamers now.
December 18, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Earlier this month, FWD.us joined Senators and advocates to announce the reintroduction of the bipartisan Dream Act.
Thanks to @durbin.senate.gov, Senator Lisa Murkowski, @cortezmasto.senate.gov, and @padilla.senate.gov.
Congress must protect Dreamers now.
Thanks to @durbin.senate.gov, Senator Lisa Murkowski, @cortezmasto.senate.gov, and @padilla.senate.gov.
Congress must protect Dreamers now.
Proud to partner with the TPS Alliance for a Holiday Cafecito honoring TPS holders and families. Thanks to our congressional champions for their leadership.
Permanent protections for TPS holders are needed now.
Permanent protections for TPS holders are needed now.
December 17, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Proud to partner with the TPS Alliance for a Holiday Cafecito honoring TPS holders and families. Thanks to our congressional champions for their leadership.
Permanent protections for TPS holders are needed now.
Permanent protections for TPS holders are needed now.
Our criminal justice reform team had a busy November as we connected with partners and shared our work at several conferences. We’re grateful to learn from partners as we continue to advance safe and effective policies to reduce incarceration.
December 17, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Our criminal justice reform team had a busy November as we connected with partners and shared our work at several conferences. We’re grateful to learn from partners as we continue to advance safe and effective policies to reduce incarceration.
America used to be the world’s top destination for global talent. Today, harmful policy changes risk costing us that edge. A six-figure H-1B fee and efforts to eliminate the program would shut down a pipeline that powers research, hospitals, startups, and local economies.
December 11, 2025 at 5:44 PM
America used to be the world’s top destination for global talent. Today, harmful policy changes risk costing us that edge. A six-figure H-1B fee and efforts to eliminate the program would shut down a pipeline that powers research, hospitals, startups, and local economies.
We are #hiring! We’re looking for a full-time Digital Campaigns Intern to be based in our Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. office
📅For priority consideration, apply by January 10th
💼Applicants must be able to work full-time (30-40 hrs/week) during regular business hours
➡️Apply Now: www.fwd.us/careers
📅For priority consideration, apply by January 10th
💼Applicants must be able to work full-time (30-40 hrs/week) during regular business hours
➡️Apply Now: www.fwd.us/careers
December 11, 2025 at 3:54 PM
We are #hiring! We’re looking for a full-time Digital Campaigns Intern to be based in our Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. office
📅For priority consideration, apply by January 10th
💼Applicants must be able to work full-time (30-40 hrs/week) during regular business hours
➡️Apply Now: www.fwd.us/careers
📅For priority consideration, apply by January 10th
💼Applicants must be able to work full-time (30-40 hrs/week) during regular business hours
➡️Apply Now: www.fwd.us/careers
With the reintroduction of the #DreamAct, Congress has the chance to act on what the American public overwhelmingly supports: protecting Dreamers and recognizing their essential contributions to our communities.
Our full statement from @thetoddschulte.bsky.social ⬇️ www.fwd.us/news/fwd-us-...
Our full statement from @thetoddschulte.bsky.social ⬇️ www.fwd.us/news/fwd-us-...
December 4, 2025 at 6:29 PM
With the reintroduction of the #DreamAct, Congress has the chance to act on what the American public overwhelmingly supports: protecting Dreamers and recognizing their essential contributions to our communities.
Our full statement from @thetoddschulte.bsky.social ⬇️ www.fwd.us/news/fwd-us-...
Our full statement from @thetoddschulte.bsky.social ⬇️ www.fwd.us/news/fwd-us-...
Reposted by FWD.us
Today’s a big day. I’m reintroducing the Dream Act for the last time of my career.
I’ve fought for Dreamers for over two decades.
The American people are demanding common sense, bipartisan immigration reform.
This is part of it.
I’ve fought for Dreamers for over two decades.
The American people are demanding common sense, bipartisan immigration reform.
This is part of it.
December 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Today’s a big day. I’m reintroducing the Dream Act for the last time of my career.
I’ve fought for Dreamers for over two decades.
The American people are demanding common sense, bipartisan immigration reform.
This is part of it.
I’ve fought for Dreamers for over two decades.
The American people are demanding common sense, bipartisan immigration reform.
This is part of it.
FWD.us President @thetoddschulte.bsky.social joined @cnn.com @jimsciutto.bsky.social to unpack the Trump administration’s plan to make it harder for people from certain countries to receive green cards and other immigration statuses.
“This is a citizenship ban,” Todd said.
“This is a citizenship ban,” Todd said.
November 21, 2025 at 7:12 PM
FWD.us President @thetoddschulte.bsky.social joined @cnn.com @jimsciutto.bsky.social to unpack the Trump administration’s plan to make it harder for people from certain countries to receive green cards and other immigration statuses.
“This is a citizenship ban,” Todd said.
“This is a citizenship ban,” Todd said.
🧵“Instead of a President focused on driving down the cost of living, we're seeing cruelty and chaos. We’re seeing federalized law enforcement and ICE terrorizing communities and ripping apart families,” said @thetoddschulte.bsky.social via @cnn.com @jimsciutto.bsky.social
November 20, 2025 at 7:25 PM
🧵“Instead of a President focused on driving down the cost of living, we're seeing cruelty and chaos. We’re seeing federalized law enforcement and ICE terrorizing communities and ripping apart families,” said @thetoddschulte.bsky.social via @cnn.com @jimsciutto.bsky.social
🧵In Austin, @fwd.us brought together the Texas Bipartisan Immigration Reform Partnership and business leaders from Austin Chamber, El Paso Chamber, and more, to discuss the essential role immigrants play in Texas — and why protecting their existing protections matters for our workforce and economy.
November 17, 2025 at 9:25 PM
🧵In Austin, @fwd.us brought together the Texas Bipartisan Immigration Reform Partnership and business leaders from Austin Chamber, El Paso Chamber, and more, to discuss the essential role immigrants play in Texas — and why protecting their existing protections matters for our workforce and economy.
🧵 Immigrant workers are vital to Colorado’s economy and need protections to keep contributing. Last week, we hosted a Denver roundtable with leaders from the Office of New Americans, the Small Business Majority, the Colorado Business Roundtable, and more. #ProtectAmericasWorkforce
November 14, 2025 at 9:50 PM
🧵 Immigrant workers are vital to Colorado’s economy and need protections to keep contributing. Last week, we hosted a Denver roundtable with leaders from the Office of New Americans, the Small Business Majority, the Colorado Business Roundtable, and more. #ProtectAmericasWorkforce