In partnership with more than a dozen left-wing activist groups, the “sanctuary city” of Providence, Rhode Island, is sending illegal immigrants instructions by mail on how to navigate Immigration and Customs Enforcement encounters and effectively evade capture.
According to a press release announcing the citywide direct-mail campaign, the all-Democrat Providence City Council created the postcard advisories in response to “the brutal and unconstitutional enforcement tactics currently being undertaken by the far-right federal administration.”
“By taking this unprecedented action to protect our immigrant communities, councilors are sending a clear message: every Providence resident has a right to lead a dignified life free from state-sponsored intimidation and terrorization,” the announcement said.
Once processed, the informational “Know Your Rights” flyers will be directly distributed via postal service to every household in Providence. Printing and postage reportedly cost $17,000 for the over 62,500 residences expected to receive the postcards.
The 6×11 cards consist of two sections. In the top portion, illegal immigrants are advised of actions to take if an ICE agent appears at their home. “DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR,” the instructions say. “DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS OR SIGN ANYTHING.”
The lower pocket-sized segment, which declares “I will not open the door for an ICE administrative warrant,” can be cut off, stored in a wallet, and presented to immigration officers. “If you are inside your home, slide it under the door or press it against a window,” the notice tells illegal immigrants.
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“By taking this unprecedented action to protect our immigrant communities, councilors are sending a clear message: every Providence resident has a right to lead a dignified life free from state-sponsored intimidation and terrorization,” the announcement said.
Once processed, the informational “Know Your Rights” flyers will be directly distributed via postal service to every household in Providence. Printing and postage reportedly cost $17,000 for the over 62,500 residences expected to receive the postcards.
The 6×11 cards consist of two sections. In the top portion, illegal immigrants are advised of actions to take if an ICE agent appears at their home. “DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR,” the instructions say. “DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS OR SIGN ANYTHING.”
The lower pocket-sized segment, which declares “I will not open the door for an ICE administrative warrant,” can be cut off, stored in a wallet, and presented to immigration officers. “If you are inside your home, slide it under the door or press it against a window,” the notice tells illegal immigrants.
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