Intersection of Immigration Policy and Mass Incarceration

The discussion highlights the deep connection between U.S. immigration policy and the mass incarceration system, as portrayed through the activism of Silky Shaw in 'Unbuild Walls.' Shaw's analysis draws a comprehensive link between these two forms of oppression, arguing that they are part of a broader prison industrial complex that enacts systemic violence on marginalized communities. By sharing historical and legal perspectives alongside personal stories of resistance, Shaw emphasizes the urgent need for solidarity across movements for immigrant rights, racial justice, and prison abolition. This interconnected approach suggests that understanding and dismantling these oppressive systems requires a concerted effort to bridge gaps between various social movements.