Thank you to everyone who came out to our event this evening! A special thank you to the Evening Muse for hosting us. #CLTShapers

There are many local organizations to get involved with if you are interested in helping out, but you can help by just having a conversation with someone about immigration. #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

“North Carolina has one of the toughest immigration courts in the nation. Asylum is not granted because of gang violence situations.” - Eliza Benitez, community organizer #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

“Depending on your view of economics, there isn’t an allotment of jobs that you’re choosing from. There are many ways to slice a pie.” - Doug Thie, immigration attorney #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

“One common misconception is that DACA recipients take American jobs. Generally the answer is no.” #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

“It’s important to note that many immigrants facing deportation are facing going back to very dangerous situations back in those other countries.” #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

North Carolina ranks highest in the country right now for number of official sanctuaries for undocumented immigrants facing deportation. #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

Fun fact: the first case of “deferred action” in the United States was ... John Lennon. Nixon wanted to deport him for his political activism. #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

Important to note that under current law, a qualification to apply for a green card is to have $500,000 cash in order to apply. #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

If you don’t fall within family, money, work, or fear, you may not qualify to enter the United States. #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

There are 4 different types of immigration status in the US. Visa, temporary Visa, Green card, and US Citizenship. If you are in the first three, the main question is how you get that lawful status. #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

“Before we talk about DACA, it’s important to talk about why we need DACA.” – at Charlotte, NC

Our fearless leader, @BrokesPalmera kicks things off for our event tonight! Follow along using the hashtag #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

*FUN EVENT KLAXON* Charlotte! Come grab a drink and join in on a conversation tonight that impacts so many within our community - immigration in today’s changing political climate. #Shapers – at Charlotte, NC

Part 3 of our #OpportunityTaskForce luncheons on Early Childhood Education. #CLTShapers – at Charlotte, NC

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Spending this Tuesday AM wishing we were in front of that magnificent view xitter.cf/djhannimal/status/9202…