UpDayton and the Dayton Metro Library have successfully collaborated to launch bilingual “Take It and Read” stations. The DHC’s Yvonne Bravo Wathen and Yvette Bravo were part of the committee tasked with bringing these new stations to the immigrant and refugee communities of Dayton. Hundreds of books were donated and over $1,800 were raised to buy books in foreign languages. The public is invited...
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OVERVIEW OF RECENT ECONOMIC PROGRESS IN OHIO
More highway projects sooner—without a tax increase; Refilling the Rainy Day Fund; Cutting small business taxes in half; Celebrating women entrepreneurs; Another California company grows in Ohio: (more…)
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Newly Released Video on Immigration Reform and the Economy
A new video released by the White House breaks down exactly how fixing our broken immigration system will create jobs, boost wages, cut the deficit, and foster innovation. Click here to view and share the video.
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Alexandra Kresser in the News!
Alexandra Kresser, an agency recruiter for State Farm in Southern Ohio and the Dayton Hispanic Chamber's secretary, was recently featured in the Dayton Business Journal's Multicultural Dayton series. Please click here to read the interview and to learn more about our wonderful board member.
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Immigration and Effects on Economy and Business
A report released by The Immigration Policy Center makes the case that legalization is a form of economic stimulus. The report begins by citing the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), which demonstrated that workers with legal status earn more than workers who are unauthorized, and these extra earnings generate more tax revenue for federal, state, and local governments, as well as more...
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