Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 6, 2019
Separating families is dehumanizing, not only for those that have been separated but also for the separators.
Said by
Raul Ruiz
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Ruiz highlights the moral implications of family separations on both individuals and society.

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