So if you're still thinking
"It's a crime to be here illegally." No, living in the U.S. without documentation is a civil violation, not a criminal offense. Many people are here after overstaying visas - not because they committed a crime, but because they are seeking safety, stability, or opportunity.
"They're only detaining criminals." No. Families, children, and asylum seekers are being detained - people's whose only "offense" is crossing a border in desperation. Seeking refuge is NOT a crime. It's a human RIGHT.
"Well, this is America." Yes, this is a country built on stolen land and shaped by generations of immigrants. We don't get to erase that history when it's inconvenient. This land has always held space for those searching for better, until now?
Let's stop justifying harm.
Let's start choosing humanity.
Let's lead with compassion.