Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 21, 2025
"no reason other than being Haitian".
Said by
Ayanna Pressley
Democratic · Massachusetts
Source
bbc.co.uk

Editor's note · Context

Pressley highlighted the unjust risk of deportation for long-term Haitian residents.

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