Bringing the Voice of Families to Immigration Debate
At a VOICE press conference led by VOICE clergy Fr. Tim Luschen and Rev. Dr. Lori Walke, lawmakers were urged to remember the people as they debate the politics of immigration.
“‘It’s going to be something that could affect everyone. It’s not just immigrants. I’m a U.S. citizen. I have children. My boys could get affected. My grandchildren. I have nephews and nieces. They could also be targeted. It’s not a fair thing because how can you distinguish one from the other?,’” asked Oklahoma City resident, Irma Palacios.
“‘Remember all the people, the families this could tear apart. This is our community. This is the community that you serve. Think about them. This is going to cause a lot of conflict, a lot of grief. And it’s not fair,’ she added. ‘We have bad apples in all races. Don’t target everyone just because of one person or a group.’”
