Arizona

Professor Sandra Soto was thrust into the national spotlight after taking on what was then-new legislation in Arizona that opponents felt directly attacked both immigrants and ethnic studies programs. While Arizona continues to be ground zero in many ways for the ongoing national debate, Professor Soto sat down with Houston Indymedia's Rachel Clarke to reflect on her controversial commencement speech comments, her work, and her Houston roots.

Here is the playlist from our July 30 show:

First there was a Press Conference in front of the State Capitol Phoenix Az by Rep Miranda concerning Immigration issue,then a counter Press Conference by Rep Pearce
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1700 West Washington, Phoenix, Arizona 85007-2844
Representative Ben Miranda (D/District 16)

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News Release

April 16, 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Rep. Miranda to Hold a Press Conference on Thursday