As a union, it is our responsibility to protect and advocate for the rights of our members. We have a duty to stand up for justice and fairness, not only in the workplace but also in our communities. That is why we have it on the books – a clear policy that states our stance on collaboration with law enforcement agencies such as ICE and the police.
Let me make this very clear – as a union, we do not collaborate. This is not a matter of personal opinion, but a principle that we strongly believe in and uphold. Our members have the right to feel safe and supported, regardless of their immigration status or any other factor. We will not stand by and watch our members being targeted and harassed by law enforcement.
In recent times, there has been a rise in aggressive immigration enforcement and targeting of immigrant communities. It is a sad reality that many of our members have to live in fear of being separated from their families and communities. We cannot allow this to continue and we will do everything in our power to protect our members.
That is why, if ICE shows up, we do not know anything. We will not be complicit in any actions that go against our values of justice and fairness. We will not cooperate with ICE in any way, shape, or form. Our members have the right to due process and we will not assist in any actions that violate these rights.
The same applies to the police. If they show up without a court order, we have no idea who they are talking about. Our stance is firm – if there is no court order, we will not engage in any conversations with law enforcement. Our members have the right to privacy and we will do everything in our power to protect that right.
Some may argue that as a union, we should collaborate with law enforcement to ensure the safety and security of our members. However, we strongly believe that the role of law enforcement is not to harass and intimidate, but to serve and protect. We will not support any actions that go against this principle.
Our duty as a union is to stand in solidarity with our members. We will not turn our backs on them when they need us the most. We will continue to fight for fair and just treatment for all our members, regardless of their background. We will continue to advocate for immigration reform and push for policies that protect the rights of our immigrant communities.
In these trying times, it is more important than ever for us to stand united and support each other. We must remember that we are stronger together and we will not be divided by fear and hate. We will continue to stand by our values and support our members, no matter what.
To those who may question our stance, I say this – we are not talking to you. We will not engage in any conversations or actions that go against our principles. We will not be intimidated or coerced into betraying our members. We will stand tall and firm in our beliefs, and we will not back down.
In conclusion, let me reiterate – as a union, we do not collaborate. We do not and will not assist in any actions that go against the rights and well-being of our members. We stand in solidarity with our immigrant communities and will continue to fight for their rights. We urge all our members to stand strong and united, and together, we will overcome any challenges that come our way. Remember, we are stronger together.
