CNN 5 Things One Thing: ‘This Shouldn’t Be Their Reality’: Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Feb 23, 2025
The podcast presents a gripping exploration of the fear felt by undocumented immigrants amid mass deportation efforts. It shares personal stories illustrating the chilling impact on families, particularly in schools and healthcare settings. A poignant account of an 11-year-old girl highlights the emotional toll of anti-immigrant policies. The discussion also critiques the dangerous rhetoric shaping societal attitudes and underscores the urgent need for community support amidst rising anxiety.
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Fear in Clinics
- Patients at Erie Family Health Centers left during fire drills, fearing immigration enforcement.
- This highlights the pervasive fear among immigrant communities, even during routine safety procedures.
Know Your Rights Cards
- Distribute "Know Your Rights" cards to students and families.
- These cards provide crucial information on how to interact with ICE officers.
Teachers Taking Action
- After seeing social media posts about red cards, Caitlin Dowswell printed them for her students.
- Fabiola Ambriz also made a video demonstrating how to make these cards, recognizing their importance.