Standing Firm: Defending immigrant communities against harmful policies
"[President-elect Trump]'s actions will not only target immigrant communities, they will also devastate our State’s communities and economy."
From a press release:
The Immigrant Coalition of Rhode Island stands firmly against President-elect Donald Trump’s harmful agenda. His proposals seek to sow fear and weaken protections that safeguard the wellbeing and stability of our communities. The Immigrant Coalition of Rhode Island comprises 35 organizations committed to ensuring the fair and equal treatment of our immigrant families and neighbors. We will stand firm against these attacks and continue to advocate for the equitable treatment of everyone, regardless of their immigration status.
Trump’s agenda goes beyond the rhetoric of mass deportations. His agenda includes attacks against pathways to United States citizenships, restrictions of critical public benefits, a concerted effort to militarize immigration enforcement, and the systematic dissolution of constitutional rights for all. We take these statements and his record seriously. His actions will not only target immigrant communities, they will also devastate our State’s communities and economy.
In collaboration with our legislative partners, we successfully advocated for the passage of the driving privilege card for all. This ensured that every qualified Rhode Islander, regardless of their immigration status, can drive safely and legally. Additionally, we advocated for extending Medicaid coverage to all children under 19. This ensured that all children have access to the healthcare they need, regardless of their family’s immigration status.
These victories reflect the resilience of our communities and the power of our collective efforts. In this pivotal moment, we urge community partners and elected officials to stand alongside us in defending our immigrant families and our communities.