Addie is a WORLD reporter who often writes about poverty fighting and immigration. She is a graduate of Westmont College and the World Journalism Institute. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Ben.
The stopgap measure welcomes 24,000 Venezuelans but offers no long-term solutions
Ministries wrestle with how to offer effective compassion at the U.S.-Mexico border
At the Texas-Mexico border, illegal immigration leaves no one untouched
New government funding sings a worn-out tune
LIFESTYLE | How a group of golden retrievers brought a quiet presence to a Texas town in grief
Border communities and sanctuary cities call for federal reforms
With the cost of food going up, it’s becoming harder to help those in need
Inflation and supply chain problems are putting pressure on families and local distribution centers
Critics and prison ministries say fines and fees hinder rehabilitation
Law enforcement and program designers say it’s not either/or
