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Washingtonians weigh in on Biden’s immigration agenda

By February 2, 2021February 13th, 2021News

CROSSCUT —

Days after President Joe Biden’s inauguration, immigration advocates in Washington state rejoiced at his announcement that he would honor his campaign promise and issue a 100-day moratorium on deportations, while increasing the urgency around immigration reform.

“We are in a situation where there’s unprecedented levels of support for immigration and the immigrant-rights movement. It’s been bigger than ever,” said Kamau Chege, director of the Washington Community Alliance. “In part because, you know, folks like me and my friends have taken a lot of risks sharing our stories … and doing the work it takes to change hearts and minds.”

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