Roberto Abraham Scaruffi

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	One Strike and You're Out
	Between 70 million and 100 million Americans-or as many as one in three-have a criminal record. Having even a minor offense or an arrest without conviction now carries lifelong barriers that can block successful re-entry and participation in society. This has broad implications-not only for the millions of individuals who are prevented from moving on with their lives and becoming productive citizens but also for their families, communities, and the national economy. Read the full report »
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	MAJOR STORIES THIS WEEK
	The Battle to Protect the Vote This report analyzes the impact of new voting restrictions in the 2014 midterm elections, with a focus on Texas, Alabama, North Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia, which have seen recent significant increases in population and political participation in communities of color.   Removing Barriers to Higher Education Our current broken immigration system has left tens of thousands of undocumented students with limited options to seek a postsecondary education. By remove these barriers, we can help undocumented young people and the economy prosper.         Congress Should Prioritize Tax Extenders This week's early reports of a possible deal on tax extenders show how Congress has abandoned the concepts of fairness and efficiency.   Infographic: Flush Floods Extreme weather and rising sea levels from climate change pose a serious threat to our aging sewage system and public health. [Related: Rising Waters, Rising Threat]
	MARK YOUR CALENDAR   CAP IN THE NEWS December 10 We The People: Why Congress Must Pass a Comprehensive LGBT Nondiscrimination Act RSVP . Bookmark streaming video December 12 Dirty Money, Dirty Water: The End of Public Financing for North Carolina Judges RSVP . Bookmark streaming video