Keegan Hamilton

Keegan Hamilton is a freelance journalist based in Seattle. He was formerly an editorial fellow and reporter for Village Voice Media.

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How Obama Could (but Probably Won't) Stop Deporting Illegal Immigrants Today

How Obama Could (but Probably Won't) Stop Deporting Illegal Immigrants Today

The government spends $5 billion a year detaining and deporting immigrants who may soon be eligible for amnesty over minor infractions. Why not just pardon them instead? More »

Why Killing Kingpins Won't Stop Mexico's Drug Cartels

Why Killing Kingpins Won't Stop Mexico's Drug Cartels

Why El Chapo's eventual death won't spell the end of his cartel. More »

For Young Illegal Immigrants, Social Security Cards Are Just a Small Step

For Young Illegal Immigrants, Social Security Cards Are Just a Small Step

They can get temporary work permits and even go to college. But it may be a while before the children of undocumented workers can make real lives for themselves in America. More »

Why Legalizing Pot Won't Curb the Drug War

Why Legalizing Pot Won't Curb the Drug War

Advocates may think their recent initiatives have set Mexican traffickers back, but the cartels have already moved on. More »

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