On a recent protest day against President Trump's immigration policies, various businesses, including daycares and salons, closed temporarily. However, many employees and business owners expressed hesitation to join, citing financial constraints in light of fears of raids. Organizers highlighted the contributions of migrant workers, but the reality of economic pressure made participation challenging. Some communities reported that fear has impacted school attendance, as families reconsider their safety. The protest underscored the significance of immigrant labor in sustaining local economies and the complexities faced by those advocating for their rights.
If I don't go to work today, that's one day less that I have, you know, to be able to pay for my next rent.
This is only hurting our own community.
If we don't have immigrants, we don't have anything work around here.
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