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On the recordOctober 26, 2021
we have to also think about holistically what it means for us to have humane immigration systems.
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Ilhan Omar
Democratic · Minnesota
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Editor's note · Context

Omar highlights the importance of humane immigration systems in addressing human trafficking.

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