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Shaboozey Addresses Grammys Backlash with Clarifying Message
entertainment23 days ago

Shaboozey Addresses Grammys Backlash with Clarifying Message

Shaboozey responded to criticism of his Grammys acceptance speech by saying his words about immigrants were not meant to dismiss Black Americans’ contributions; as a Black man and the son of Nigerian immigrants, he stated the moment honored his parents’ sacrifices and Black history. The piece notes that some critics felt Indigenous history and enslaved Black Americans were overlooked, and it highlights his follow-up message about continuing to lift up his community.

via BuzzFeed|
#backlash#black-history-month#entertainment
Shaboozey defends immigrant tribute after Grammys backlash
entertainment24 days ago

Shaboozey defends immigrant tribute after Grammys backlash

Shaboozey defended his Grammys speech thanking his immigrant parents, saying his line that "immigrants built this country" was not meant to dismiss Black or Native American contributions. He emphasized his Black identity and his Nigerian immigrant family, noting the moment aligns with Black History Month and marks a milestone as the first Black man to win Best Country Duo. He stressed the moment belongs to all of us, as other winners at the Grammys also addressed immigration issues.

via Los Angeles Times|
#backlash#black-history-month#entertainment
Shaboozey Addresses Backlash Over Grammys Remark
music24 days ago

Shaboozey Addresses Backlash Over Grammys Remark

Shaboozey clarified that his Grammys line ‘immigrants built this country’ was not meant to dismiss Black contributions, noting he is Black and the son of Nigerian immigrants. Winning Best Country Duo/Group for “Amen” with Jelly Roll—the first Black man to do so on Black History Month—the artist dedicated the award to the children of immigrants and to Black history, emphasizing his career is about lifting people up and honoring where he comes from, amid broader Grammys support for immigrant communities.

via Rolling Stone|
#backlash#black-history-month#grammys
Software glitch prompts 325,000 Californians to replace Real IDs
government1 month ago

Software glitch prompts 325,000 Californians to replace Real IDs

Approximately 325,000 Californians must replace their Real IDs due to a software error that incorrectly extended the validity of some cards issued to legal immigrants, potentially allowing them to remain valid beyond their legal stay. The DMV is notifying affected individuals and waiving fees for replacements, but the implications for those who do not update their IDs remain unclear.

via The New York Times|
#california#government#identification-cards
Over 300,000 Californians Must Replace REAL IDs Due to DMV Software Error
society1 month ago

Over 300,000 Californians Must Replace REAL IDs Due to DMV Software Error

Approximately 325,000 Californians, mostly legal immigrants, will need to replace their REAL IDs due to a DMV software error that caused some IDs to have incorrect expiration dates. The DMV is waiving fees and expediting the replacement process, with most affected individuals receiving notices soon. The issue stems from a legacy system from 2006, and the DMV assures that REAL IDs were not issued to undocumented individuals.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|
#california#dmv#immigrants
Catholic Bishop Champions Immigrant Rights
world2 months ago

Catholic Bishop Champions Immigrant Rights

Bishop Michael Pham, a Vietnamese refugee and the first Vietnamese American bishop in the US, actively supports immigrants by accompanying them to court and advocating for humane treatment, driven by his own harrowing migration experience. His efforts aim to provide spiritual comfort and challenge harsh immigration enforcement practices, reflecting his commitment to social justice and compassion within the church and community.

via The Guardian|
#bishop#catholic-church#immigrants