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Not really. ~200 US citizens had been detained by ICE as of October (per ProPublica) and this includes folks engaged in protests, and includes those who did not present ID. Given the total number of ICE interactions with the public, the data tells us that the risk of being detained if you cooperate and present proof of citizenship is very small. |
Sometimes the ID is "lost." If mommy is coming with photocopies to prove your kid is American, where will you go? Many detainees are being moved quickly out of state to places more favorable to ICE. It may be a while before you find them. |
Sorry, will the constant lies coming out of this administration, you don't mind if we don't beLIEve.. |
Yes, facts matter. I’ve read the ProPublica report. Have you? The number of citizens detained who (a) were not protesting, and (b) presented proof of citizenship is very low. The data clearly and unequivocally shows this to be true. You’re letting anxiety distort your view of the actual facts. And for the record, I’m not a fan of ICE or of Trump—loathe him. |
Do you think even know what ProPublica is or how they came to that number? FFS, do your research before you spout off. |
What do you not understand about the fact that ICE is escalating? Your past data will not predict the future. |
You seem very trusting |
Of nonpartisan, aggressively independent investigative reporting and data? Yes. Of people’s “feelings” in anonymous online forums? No. Seems like a prudent way to live. |
And your feelings will? As of right now, the evidence is pretty clear that risk is low. Nonetheless, I support taking reasonable precautions (carrying relevant documents, preparing to handle interactions safely, etc.). I also readily acknowledge that the situation may change for the worse. If it does, then of course my kids’ approach will also change. What’s your point? |
This? https://www.propublica.org/article/immigration-dhs-american-citizens-arrested-detained-against-will One, one even one is acceptable. They are Americans Two, the ICE game is changing in real time. Those who are prudent will be aware of that. Just watch and see. |
Feelings? Sure sure tell your brown kids to do whatever you want Don't mind if some of the rest of us are are "feeling" things |
*Not even one And this gives you comfort? Ha |
Yes, that. And of course even one is unacceptable. But that’s not what we’re discussing—we’re talking about whether there’s a significant risk of a kid being detained if one is (a) a citizen, (b) presents proof of citizenship, and (c) is polite and cooperative. The data indicates that the risk is quite low, especially when one also considers that the risk of an ICE encounter in the first place is quite low. And yes, obviously that risk could change. But we’re talking about the reality of the here and now, not playing “let’s make a WAG about the future and pretend that’s what’s happening now”. |
Good point, not even one American detained is acceptable. Americans assaulted and killed by illegal aliens though is of no concern. |