Studies shows immigrants commit less crime than citizens. They are just trying to achieve a better life for themselves and their children. Before Trump, this was the#AmericanDream.

The human toll is excruciating. It is cruel & unnecessary. It is all so contrary to the life & teachings of Jesus "welcome the stranger", "love thy neighbor".

1 diabetic fears losing his foot after weeks without insulin access. The 2,500-bed facility, which opened without proper permits in August, prompted a hunger strike protest by inmates the following month."

#Welcomethestranger #Catholics #Christianity “We as Catholic bishops love our country and pray for its peace and prosperity,” the statement said. “For this very reason, we feel compelled now in this environment to raise our voices in defense of God-given human dignity.”