The events of the last few days make clear that we should expect rapid change, arbitrary harshness and continuing confusion in federal immigration policy.
That makes it essential that Massachusetts define its own clear policies as to the role of local and state criminal justice authorities in enforcing federal immigration policy. That is why I intend to sign on as a cosponsor of the “the Safe Communities Act”.
In anticipation of changes to deportation policy federally, what can Massachusetts do to keep ICE enforcement actions relatively humane, at least in this state? The wording here, https://www.ice.gov/287g , suggests to me that putting state and local officers on this task is something a state chooses to do itself not something imposed on it from …
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Dear Will, I find it highly irresponsible to encourage illegal immigration with sanctuary locations, tax payer assistance, and failure to enforce immigration law. If our country doesn’t get their act together at all levels, I’m very fearful for our future.
Dear Senator Brownsberger: I would like to know you views on Rep. Byron Rushing’s proposal to offer “sanctuary” to all illegal immigrants…across the state. I would hope you would never support such a damaging (law). Sincerely, Nancy Oteri Belmont, MA
I’m calling to urge Will to co-sponsor the Mass. Trust Act, which I believe will be voted on tomorrow/Friday, Jan. 23. I’m a resident of Watertown, on the Steering Committee of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment.
Do you favor giving public housing to illegal aliens? Please no BS, just a straight answer.
