In response to President Trump’s immigration and travel ban, we asked the Clark community to share their thoughts on Worcester as a sanctuary city. Here are the responses:
“Keep it as a sanctuary city, immigrants deserve a home.”
“Pretty positive, it seems extremely diverse and welcoming”
“I feel that it will be comforting to a lot of people.”
“I think Worcester becoming a sanctuary city is incredibly important because it signifies unity in the community. Trump’s immigration ban is blatantly racist and we must stand in solidarity with those who are impacted as a result of it. I saw a quote online that read, “We must keep Americans safe, but we cannot become un-American in the process”. We are a country which claims to welcome everyone no matter where you come from and this policy does nothing but normalize discrimination in a country built on immigrants. Go Worcester!!”
“I believe that Worcester should not be a Sanctuary City, namely because it would likely harm the immigrant populations more than it would help them. Taking a stand is important, but taking a stand that will harm the community you’re standing for is neutral at best, harmful at worst. Essentially, it puts a target on Worcester’s back”
“Great idea, citizens must be protected against a tyranny”
“Declaring Worcester as a sanctuary city puts a target on the backs of minorities living here and their supporters. It puts funding for the city at risk and threatens to worsen poverty.”
“I think Worcester should become a sanctuary city. There are so many refugees and immigrants in Worcester so it makes sense. I’m surprised Worcester isn’t already a sanctuary city.”
“One thing that I love about Worcester is its diversity. I think the wide range of people that call Worcester home is what makes this city so unique, and I think that now more than ever it is the city’s duty to make sure all of its people are welcomed and safe here.”
“YES”
Thanks everyone for your responses!