Decoder with Nilay Patel Recode Decode: RAICES immigration activists Jonathan Ryan and Erika Andiola (Live at Code 2019)
Jun 19, 2019
Jonathan Ryan, CEO of RAICES, and Erika Andiola, Chief Advocacy Officer, shine a light on the humanitarian crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border. They discuss the harsh realities faced by asylum seekers and the ethical responsibilities of tech companies complicit in immigration enforcement. The duo argues for a compassionate approach and emphasizes the need for reform in the immigration system. They also tackle the damaging role of local police collaboration with ICE, advocating for sanctuary cities to protect vulnerable communities. Their insights invite critical reflection on systemic injustices.
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Kidnapping at the Border
- Asylum seekers are being denied entry at the US-Mexico border and left in dangerous Mexican cities.
- An advocate witnessed a mother and three children being kidnapped while seeking asylum.
Misconceptions about Asylum Seekers
- Many asylum seekers are misrepresented as illegally crossing the border.
- They often turn themselves in to border patrol, lawfully seeking asylum.
Constitution-Free Zone
- The US border extends 200 miles inland, giving the executive branch increased power.
- Immigration enforcement has shifted from a focus on justice to anti-terrorism.