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No one is saying it is ok because Obama did it. People are highlighting these things happened then (& were largely ignored) to reframe the debate so people realize this is complex and there aren't easy answers. 1/2
It's important to note the hypocrisy because it is being framed in a way now that puts 0 pressure on the people contributing to the problem to support realistic solutions.
AOC, Omar etc. proudly oppose any funding & they get cheers because this is framed as just a Trump problem.
AOC, Omar etc. proudly oppose any funding & they get cheers because this is framed as just a Trump problem.
If people recognize this is a continuous problem that isn't due to just 1 admin, then they might demand Congress provides funding necessary to alleviate the problem instead of pretending it can magically go away if current admin wasn't evil.
Does that excuse everything the Trump admin does? Of course not. Do I want Stephen Miller anywhere near DHS decisions? No.
But we need serious solutions that are humane and protect our sovereignty. Comparisons to Nazis and abolish ICE screams isn't how you get there.
But we need serious solutions that are humane and protect our sovereignty. Comparisons to Nazis and abolish ICE screams isn't how you get there.
