The “Emma Lazarus Project” is born out of a need to remind ourselves that we are a country whose identity is shaped by the revolutionary idea that all are welcome here—to seek refuge and a chance to build a better life.
In that spirit we hope to educate and persuade our representatives and officials on the need to keep the Golden Door open, to welcome those fleeing hardship, tyranny and oppression.

Learn about how this affects Minnesota here:

Governor Dayton’s position on refugees in Minnesota: