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How the sanctuary movement offers lessons for fighting ICE: ‘an impact that spans decades’

posted by Kristi Wachter on
With its roots in religious doctrine, the modern move to house, clothe and protect immigrants started in the 1980s
The Guardian Fabiola Cineas
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Since re-taking office last year, Trump has targeted sanctuary jurisdictions – where local laws aim to limit the deportations of undocumented immigrants – saying they are “death traps” that “breed crime”.
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How the sanctuary movement offers lessons for fighting ICE: ‘an impact that spans decades’
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Activism, US immigration, Religion, US news, US politics, ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement)
posted by Kristi Wachter on

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