Saturday morning, the McDowell County Democratic Party held a march from the Marion Community Building to the McDowell County Courthouse to express concern over recent federal immigration enforcement actions that have resulted in deadly force against civilians.
“Though we are far from Minnesota, we stand united with all families impacted by these tragedies and with every person threatened by policies that sanction violence and deepen fear,” said Susan Elliott, chair of the McDowell County Democratic Party.
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Saturday morning, members and supporters of the McDowell County Democratic Party marched from the Marion Community Building to the McDowell County Courthouse.
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Participants carried signs and chanted messages calling for justice, accountability and humane treatment of immigrants.
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A demonstration Saturday morning in Marion drew nearly 60 participants.
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Protesters at the McDowell County Courthouse reaffirmed McDowell Democrats’ commitment to civil rights, community solidarity, and a just immigration system.
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The march concluded at the courthouse with a moment of silence and calls for local and national leaders to support policies that protect human dignity and promote community safety for all residents, regardless of background or immigration status.
“Though we are far from Minnesota, we stand united with all families impacted by these tragedies and with every person threatened by policies that sanction violence and deepen fear."
