The local council faced a divided opinion on a proposal supporting undocumented individuals and related funding risks. Most citizens supported the proposal, arguing that California contributes more in taxes than it receives from the federal government, challenging the notion of punishment for kindness. Councilmember Brown highlighted the importance of maintaining critical funding while acknowledging real fears that could be exploited. Following discussions, the council resolved to amend the ordinance to include additional data protection measures, reflecting careful consideration of the community's concerns and legal nuances.
We are standing with the undocumented community, but if we are putting critical funding at risk, then we're leaving out another group of individuals who we serve daily.
California pays more in taxes to the federal government than it receives from the federal government. So if we are to be punished for being kind to new people, then maybe we should withhold funds.
Fear is real, but I also want to acknowledge that fear can be exploited.
After the vote, the council moved to amend the ordinance with more data protection items, per their legal team's review.
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