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“When Republican Sen. Danny Carroll from Paducah rose to address the Senate chamber … he said he didn’t intend to get choked up.
“As he discussed the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown that has drawn nationwide protests and killed two U.S. citizens, Carroll said he still wants to protect the border, but added that ‘we’ve lost our way.’
“‘These are humans. These are humans that want a better life, and we should take pride that this country is where they want to be, because we can offer that,’ Carroll said.
Let’s start using language that talks and speaks humanity
“Carroll, a former police officer, apologized for becoming emotional as he described coming in early to the Capitol to read the Bible, especially portions that commands Christians to ‘love your enemies.’ Carroll’s speech pushed several state senators to stand and condemn, support or take a middle ground on President Donald Trump’s mass deportation agenda.
“Nationwide, more Americans are taking issue with how the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is conducting its operations. A PBS News/NPR/Marist Poll … found 65% of American adults believe the ‘actions of ICE have gone too far in enforcing immigration laws,’ up from 54% last June. …
“Democrats also spoke out during the impromptu discussion, saying they agreed with some of the arguments laid out by Republicans, but not with others. Sen. Keturah Herron [Leading with Conviction™ 2019] of Louisville said 17% of her district is Hispanic and called on lawmakers to ensure ‘we’re treating individuals with humanity.’
“‘Let’s start using language that talks and speaks humanity, and let’s move forward together to make sure that regardless, that if people are here in our commonwealth, that we are caring for them and making sure that their needs are met,’ Herron said.”
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