The protest

Graphic by Bruna Costa

First off, I thought it was just nothing until it was explained to me the reason behind it, but then I learned they are letting ICE take over not only America, but also our community. They are barging into stores and snatching people who work, trying to feed their families, and from what I heard, Target approves it and lets it go down. I’m not a regular shopper at Target, and I have my reasons, but if it is promoting working with ICE, I’m going to join in with the protests. I did last weekend, wearing the Street Sense logo. The protesters recognized us vendors and had our support. I was feeling like a star shining because I felt like I made people feel I was with a movement, and I went home not only with a smile but also knowing there were people who respected and knew what Street Sense means to our community as well. I’m thankful for getting out and reaching out to people who are trying to find better solutions to better us as citizens in America.

William Shuford is an artist/vendor with Street Sense Media.

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