The article discusses the urgent need to speak out against the erosion of civil rights and the rise of state-sanctioned violence in America, particularly against immigrant communities. It highlights a training session by Amigos De Guadalupe, emphasizing the moral duty to protect vulnerable populations. The author recounts a poignant personal reaction to the story of Ulises Peña López, a victim of violence during an ICE raid, illustrating the emotional toll of systemic injustices. The narrative calls for urgency in storytelling as a means of clarity and resistance against injustice, linking personal histories to the collective struggle for civil rights.
We must tell our stories in a time of chaos, where civil rights are under siege, and inhumane immigration policies tear families apart.
As stewards of the Mexican Heritage Plaza, we have a moral responsibility to ensure the safety of our diverse community against state-sanctioned violence.
The erosion of civil liberties and the normalization of state violence indicate a dangerous shift in our democracy; we must resist numbness and act.
Our stories serve as warnings from our parents and ancestors, illuminating the difficult path toward justice in these dark times.
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