No child or human being is illegal. As leaders, we should refrain from using such language when referencing the status of an individual, especially a child.
Jahana Hayes: “No child or human being is illegal. As leaders, we should refrain from using such language when referencing the status…”
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Hayes advocates for respectful language regarding immigration status, especially for children.
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