Lesley and Stacy dive into the human toll of ICE raids and policies—family separation, racial profiling, due-process failures—and how the nonstop news cycle is impacting first-gen communities. From local stories to national headlines, they unpack what’s happening, why it feels so heavy, and where values-driven action fits in. We also talk about job market whiplash, vaccine access, and the empathy gap in policy decisions.

Resources & Take Action

Want to channel your feelings in a productive way? Here are some places to start:

• Support immigrant-owned businesses in your area.
• Learn your rights & share resources from trusted orgs (e.g., local legal aid, community coalitions).
• Stay informed:
• Look for news outlets beyond your usual feed
• Learn about mass incarceration with New Jim Crow
• Mentioned BBC Article: Who has been arrested by ICE under Trump?
• Protest in creative ways: Mexican Flag car magnets 

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