How to find those darn numbers! Found it! 7,600 Somalis to America in 2013

Update: Almost 1,000 additional Somalis admitted to the US in the past month, here. The number for FY2014 is now 8,278. Almost every day someone asks us—where do I find numbers for this group of refugees admitted to the US, or that group.  Let me tell you it isn’t easy! This morning I was on … Continue reading How to find those darn numbers! Found it! 7,600 Somalis to America in 2013

Athens, GA mayor attempting to put brakes on proposed resettlement of (more?) refugees

Another “pocket of resistance?”   LOL! I can see “Welcoming America” scurrying to Athens at this very minute! In July we reported on a plan by US State Department contractor—International Rescue Committee (IRC)—to open an office and begin resettling Congolese refugees to Athens, GA.  See that story by clicking here. Now comes news (hat tip: Joanne) … Continue reading Athens, GA mayor attempting to put brakes on proposed resettlement of (more?) refugees

NH: ‘Letter to the editor’ warns citizens of Dover to beware refugee resettlement

Remember the brouhaha a few weeks ago when it was announced that an upstart refugee resettlement contractor from Manchester, NH was eyeing Dover and surrounding towns as a new resettlement site.  We reported on it here.  A plan for a public meeting at which the contractor would answer questions was abruptly cancelled when publicity began … Continue reading NH: ‘Letter to the editor’ warns citizens of Dover to beware refugee resettlement