Fri January 17, 2025
California Leaders Unite to Confront Looming Mass Deportation Threat
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On Friday, January 17, the last business day before the inauguration of a new administration that has made mass deportation a cornerstone of its domestic policy plans, join us for a special afternoon conversation with key California leaders.
Drawing on historical lessons, these leaders will discuss how history informs their views of this pivotal moment and how they are mobilizing to fight back. The discussion will spotlight new legislation, includingSB 537-- co-authored by Senator Becker and recently signed by Governor Newsom--which memorializes the devastating Mexican Repatriation during the Great Depression. The event will also explore community-led efforts to protect immigrant communities and combat the threat of mass deportation.
Speakers Include:
* California State Senator Josh Becker (D - Menlo Park): Representing the 13th Senate District, including most of San Mateo County and northern Santa Clara County. Co-author of SB 537.
* California State Assemblymember Liz Ortega (D - District 20): Representing Hayward, San Leandro, most of Union City, portions of Dublin and Pleasanton, and the unincorporated communities of Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, and San Lorenzo.
* Kevin R. Johnson: Distinguished Professor of Law, Mabie-Apallas Professor of Public Interest Law and Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law, Professor of Chicana/o Studies, UC Davis
* Christian Arana: Vice President of Civic Power and Policy, Latino Community Foundation.
* Sarah Souza: Immigrant Rights Advocate and DACA Recipient.
Discussion Highlights:
* How historical deportation campaigns--such as the 1930s Mexican Repatriation and "Operation Wetback" in the 1950s--inform today's strategies to resist mass deportation efforts.
* Insights from SB 537, which commemorates past deportation efforts and recognizes their enduring impact on California communities.
* Perspectives from state and local leaders on legislative and community-led initiatives to safeguard millions of Californians under threat.
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Drawing on historical lessons, these leaders will discuss how history informs their views of this pivotal moment and how they are mobilizing to fight back. The discussion will spotlight new legislation, includingSB 537-- co-authored by Senator Becker and recently signed by Governor Newsom--which memorializes the devastating Mexican Repatriation during the Great Depression. The event will also explore community-led efforts to protect immigrant communities and combat the threat of mass deportation.
Speakers Include:
* California State Senator Josh Becker (D - Menlo Park): Representing the 13th Senate District, including most of San Mateo County and northern Santa Clara County. Co-author of SB 537.
* California State Assemblymember Liz Ortega (D - District 20): Representing Hayward, San Leandro, most of Union City, portions of Dublin and Pleasanton, and the unincorporated communities of Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, and San Lorenzo.
* Kevin R. Johnson: Distinguished Professor of Law, Mabie-Apallas Professor of Public Interest Law and Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law, Professor of Chicana/o Studies, UC Davis
* Christian Arana: Vice President of Civic Power and Policy, Latino Community Foundation.
* Sarah Souza: Immigrant Rights Advocate and DACA Recipient.
Discussion Highlights:
* How historical deportation campaigns--such as the 1930s Mexican Repatriation and "Operation Wetback" in the 1950s--inform today's strategies to resist mass deportation efforts.
* Insights from SB 537, which commemorates past deportation efforts and recognizes their enduring impact on California communities.
* Perspectives from state and local leaders on legislative and community-led initiatives to safeguard millions of Californians under threat.
On Friday, January 17, the last business day before the inauguration of a new administration that has made mass deportation a cornerstone of its domestic policy plans, join us for a special afternoon conversation with key California leaders.
Drawing on historical lessons, these leaders will discuss how history informs their views of this pivotal moment and how they are mobilizing to fight back. The discussion will spotlight new legislation, includingSB 537-- co-authored by Senator Becker and recently signed by Governor Newsom--which memorializes the devastating Mexican Repatriation during the Great Depression. The event will also explore community-led efforts to protect immigrant communities and combat the threat of mass deportation.
Speakers Include:
* California State Senator Josh Becker (D - Menlo Park): Representing the 13th Senate District, including most of San Mateo County and northern Santa Clara County. Co-author of SB 537.
* California State Assemblymember Liz Ortega (D - District 20): Representing Hayward, San Leandro, most of Union City, portions of Dublin and Pleasanton, and the unincorporated communities of Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, and San Lorenzo.
* Kevin R. Johnson: Distinguished Professor of Law, Mabie-Apallas Professor of Public Interest Law and Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law, Professor of Chicana/o Studies, UC Davis
* Christian Arana: Vice President of Civic Power and Policy, Latino Community Foundation.
* Sarah Souza: Immigrant Rights Advocate and DACA Recipient.
Discussion Highlights:
* How historical deportation campaigns--such as the 1930s Mexican Repatriation and "Operation Wetback" in the 1950s--inform today's strategies to resist mass deportation efforts.
* Insights from SB 537, which commemorates past deportation efforts and recognizes their enduring impact on California communities.
* Perspectives from state and local leaders on legislative and community-led initiatives to safeguard millions of Californians under threat.
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Drawing on historical lessons, these leaders will discuss how history informs their views of this pivotal moment and how they are mobilizing to fight back. The discussion will spotlight new legislation, includingSB 537-- co-authored by Senator Becker and recently signed by Governor Newsom--which memorializes the devastating Mexican Repatriation during the Great Depression. The event will also explore community-led efforts to protect immigrant communities and combat the threat of mass deportation.
Speakers Include:
* California State Senator Josh Becker (D - Menlo Park): Representing the 13th Senate District, including most of San Mateo County and northern Santa Clara County. Co-author of SB 537.
* California State Assemblymember Liz Ortega (D - District 20): Representing Hayward, San Leandro, most of Union City, portions of Dublin and Pleasanton, and the unincorporated communities of Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, and San Lorenzo.
* Kevin R. Johnson: Distinguished Professor of Law, Mabie-Apallas Professor of Public Interest Law and Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law, Professor of Chicana/o Studies, UC Davis
* Christian Arana: Vice President of Civic Power and Policy, Latino Community Foundation.
* Sarah Souza: Immigrant Rights Advocate and DACA Recipient.
Discussion Highlights:
* How historical deportation campaigns--such as the 1930s Mexican Repatriation and "Operation Wetback" in the 1950s--inform today's strategies to resist mass deportation efforts.
* Insights from SB 537, which commemorates past deportation efforts and recognizes their enduring impact on California communities.
* Perspectives from state and local leaders on legislative and community-led initiatives to safeguard millions of Californians under threat.
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