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1. Political Asylum

   Political asylum is available to people already in the United States who fear returning to their home country due to actual persecution or have a well-founded fear of actual persecution because of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group or political opinion.

2. Unions Support the Obama Immigration Initiative

   Current comprehensive immigration reform (CIR) has union support, and Congressional support is possible. CIR would allow some illegal foreign workers to lawfully stay and work in the US, and improve the system for managing immigrant workers, benefitting both US workers and immigrants alike.

3. Napolitano Appoints "Border Czar"

   In April 2009, Alan Bersin was appointed as the "Border Czar" by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano. Bersin's credentials are impressive. US geography and the challenges of border control, along with new issues such as the H1N1 flu virus mean that Bersin's work is cut out for him.

4. Checklist: Protect Yourself in Immigration Matters

   Navigating through any immigration matter can be daunting, complex and overwhelming. Use this checklist to protect your interests and to make sure things progress smoothly and as planned. Your common sense and due diligence will pay off.