Commentary and Analysis

Beyond government and nonprofit workers, an army of legal experts has stepped in on a pro bono basis to help newly arrived asylum seekers get their bearings here in Chicago. Crain's brings you closer to two of them.

African cities are experiencing growing climate-related migration that has the opportunity to unlock their economic, social, and cultural development.

Why did the lost Titan submarine get more buzz and funding than migrant lives?

“A policy of keeping migrants away from European shores at any cost has also cost Europe its credibility,” writes Elizabeth Shackelford.

City leaders must promote solidarity between local communities and asylum seekers, who face many of the same challenges as long-term residents, argues Valeria Castelli.

US sanctions on Latin American countries have exacerbated the worsening economic and political conditions behind the current migrant surge.

"Expanded immigration is vital to the United States’ future as a major power," Paul Poast writes.

The movement of Venezuelans across the Western Hemisphere highlights the need for regional coordination.

“Pro-immigration advocates should lead with comprehensive immigration reform as a way to restore order,” writes John Austin in TIME.

Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.