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Some of My Best Friends Are

Immigrants Aren't the Problem

Jun 21, 2023
The podcast explores the ongoing humanitarian crisis of immigration, discussing current policies and their impact on cities and resources. It also highlights the connection between the climate crisis and immigration, and proposes a more humane and sensible immigration policy. The episode features immigration lawyer and artist Carolina Rubio-MacWright, who shares her advocacy work and the importance of taking action at the local community level.
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  • Carolina Rubio-MacWright combines artistic workshops with legal advocacy to foster human connections between immigrant and non-immigrant communities, educating on rights and building empathy.
  • Carolina emphasizes the need for comprehensive immigration reform, including temporary visas, prioritizing family unity, and investing in border cities for employment opportunities and stability.

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Creating Connections Through Food and Rights

Carolina Rubio McRite combines legal advocacy with artistic practices to create workshops that bring together immigrant and non-immigrant communities. Through activities like salsa-making workshops, she fosters human connections and provides education on immigrant rights, housing rights, and environmental rights. Her workshops aim to humanize immigrants and build empathy within local communities.

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