Border Quote by Alex Azar
“Individual children are separated from their parents only when those parents cross the border illegally and are arrested. We can't have children with parents who are in incarceration.”
About This Quote
Source Policy Statement on Immigration and Child Welfare, 2018
The quote argues that children should not be separated from parents unless the parents are illegally crossing borders and are detained, implying separation is only justified in those cases.
In simple terms: Children stay with parents unless parents are arrested for illegal crossing.
Key Takeaway
Support family unity unless legal violations occur.
Themes
family law
immigration
child welfare
policy
Mood
concerned
policy‑focused
Type
legal
humanitarian
When to use this quote
- border enforcement
- child protection services
- legal advocacy
Key Concepts
illegal immigration
detention
family separation
Questions to Reflect On
- Is detention the only reason for separation?
- What alternatives protect children?
A Different Perspective
Separation can cause trauma even when parents are detained.
