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At the ICE detention center I visited, I met a man from the Democratic Republic of the Congo who is fleeing violence. He said that his mother was killed in retaliation for refusing to participate in the killing of the Congolese people. He told me the following: (1/4)
“You hear America is a land of liberty. Of justice. That has not been my experience here. The food we eat. The place they keep us. The way we are treated. It is like we are humans of no value. We say America values the rights of men - then why do we have different rights?” (2/4)
He couldn’t speak English. He spoke French so one of his fellow detainees from Ghana volunteered to translate for him. He made this speech in front of all the guards and the other detainees – it was a tremendous act of courage. (3/4)
This is the kind of person who built America. Passionate, bright, courageous. He has come to America seeking asylum. We should be enthusiastically welcoming this man to our country, not imprisoning him. (4/4)
These immigrants who are risking all to come to the US fleeing for their lives are the strongest, bravest, most determined individuals. These are the people who will strengthen America and if we embrace them, will be loyal and grateful citizens.
100%. Since the boomers are retiring, we need labor! How does the number of allowable immigrants get set? A random number.. NOT based on employment need. These folks made a hard trip. They are motivated! In the vast majority of cases it's a win-win.
You should check on him often, as I'm sure his speech in front of ICE will gain him extra negative attention out of camera and visitors views. This whole situation is abhorrent.
These stories are sad and will get worse but I see none of congress changing the scene. I hope we vote out all senators who did nothing and who said nothing about the Russia visit.
Every day a democratic senator and a representative should speak on the floor of the Senate and the House against the horrible treatment of asylum seekers and the children. Please shout it from the rooftops! All must challenge the Administration
Seeking asylum in this country is NOT illegal
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