BRADENTON- Signs of solidarity. The Party for Socialism & Liberation waved signs in support of the refugees continuing to make their way towards the United States border.
“We want them to know that they are not alone, ” said community organizer., Ruth Beltran. “We want to redirect the conversation from the nasty comments that have been made against them to the reality that these people are facing.”
President Trump tweeting, Sunday morning, quote “There is no way that the United States will, after decades of abuse, put up it this costly and dangerous situation anymore.” Beltran disagrees.
“We just want to remind poor, working struggling Americans, that your enemies are not the refugees,” said Beltran.
Those standing in solidarity say they will stand up and fight against injustice.
“The people coming from the caravan are obviously going to be met with intolerance, violence, racism, some of them will be deported. Some of them will be incarcerated,” said Juliana Musheyev.
Chanting for change, Musheyev says she wants the migrants to make it safely.
“I will welcome them with open arms,” said Musheyev. “I want everyone to welcome them with open arms.”
Beltran says no one would make the long and dangerous trek if their lives didn’t depend on it
“We have to remember that they are humans who are seeking asylum just running from tremendous conditions that they suffer in their countries,” said Beltran.
Her goal…to encourage others to the same.
“Take a stand; don’t just stay neutral in this situation of injustice,” said Beltran.