Navigating Immigration: The Obama Era

This chapter explores the legacy of immigration policies during the Obama administration, focusing on the DACA program and its impact on undocumented youth. It examines the dual nature of Obama's immigration approach, balancing legal protections with high deportation rates, and the complex categorization of individuals in enforcement priorities. Moreover, it reflects on the emotional and ethical challenges faced by policymakers in addressing community needs amid existing legal inadequacies.