Rashida Tlaib: “I just want to appreciate all of you because it is not perfect, I know this.”

To all our Dearborn families and residents: I have your back. I wish I could take away this pain, but know that you are not alone.

When ICE comes into one community and violates people’s civil rights or uses weapons, excessive force, it is a violation of all of our civil rights.

People of all faiths and of all backgrounds belong, and deserve to practice their religion and celebrate their cultures freely without fear.

More leaders, including local elected officials, must speak out, especially against the local instigators participating in the spread of hatred under the guise of faith.