Mary Gay Scanlon actually said...

When the issue is framed as an invasion by aliens and when we refer to children as UACs, it is easier to pretend they are not human or worthy of compassion.

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Scanlon emphasizes the need to recognize the humanity of migrant families and children.

02/25/2019

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