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“Well, nobody's being deported - nobody - practically. And so what the people down there getting is the American government is telling us that you're not going to be able to stay. But, in fact, they're letting almost everybody stay. And so what they're trying to do is show that at least some people…” quote by Mark Krikorian
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“Well, nobody's being deported - nobody - practically. And so what the people down there getting is the American government is telling us that you're not going to be able to stay. But, in fact, they're letting almost everybody stay. And so what they're trying to do is show that at least some people are going to get deported.”

Mark Krikorian

About This Quote

Source Interview: Immigration Policy Discussion, 2023

The policy appears selective, allowing many to stay while targeting a few for deportation, revealing political motives.

In simple terms: Selective enforcement of immigration laws.

Key Takeaway

Question the fairness of selective policies.

Themes

immigration policy politics

Mood

critical concerned

Type

political analytical

When to use this quote

  • legal aid
  • advocacy
  • community organizing

Key Concepts

law human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who benefits from selective deportations?
  • How can affected communities respond?
A Different Perspective

Policy may aim to deter broader migration.

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