Since President Donald Trump took office, there has been much fear from the latino community because of the decisions he might take against them. According to MPI, the United States consists of about 46% or 19.4 million immigrants from all countries in Latin America (Batalova & Zong). Latinos work in factories, construction jobs, agricultural fields, shopping centers, restaurants, among others. Many of them hold important positions as investors, managers, and supervisors. According to a report by the U.S. Department of Labor, "The Latino community represents 16% of the country's workforce." The Latino community is definitely of great importance in the country as it provides a great contribution to the economy of the country.
Therefore, to assert their rights this February 16 name as the "Immigrants Day" there was a protest by the Latino community in New Brunswick, New Jersey. There were many restaurants and shops that were closed in protest of a day without immigrants. Several small businesses refused to open their restaurants, groceries, and companies such as taxi cabs. One of the owners of a restaurant mentioned that "they decided to support the cause so that their voice will be heard and its importance will be value …show more content…
The march began at one o'clock in the afternoon and included Joyce Kilmer Avenue, Suydam Street, and George Street. Many people with banners and loudspeakers marched through the streets inciting people about the impact and importance of the Latino community in the country's economy. During protests in New Brunswick, one of the requests was to provide security for the city's immigrants. Thus, community officials responded to this call by stating that "the city does not take part in the enforcement of immigration laws, and the police department will not participate in ICE raids or New Brunswick City Government investigations.
Therefore, to assert their rights this February 16 name as the "Immigrants Day" there was a protest by the Latino community in New Brunswick, New Jersey. There were many restaurants and shops that were closed in protest of a day without immigrants. Several small businesses refused to open their restaurants, groceries, and companies such as taxi cabs. One of the owners of a restaurant mentioned that "they decided to support the cause so that their voice will be heard and its importance will be value …show more content…
The march began at one o'clock in the afternoon and included Joyce Kilmer Avenue, Suydam Street, and George Street. Many people with banners and loudspeakers marched through the streets inciting people about the impact and importance of the Latino community in the country's economy. During protests in New Brunswick, one of the requests was to provide security for the city's immigrants. Thus, community officials responded to this call by stating that "the city does not take part in the enforcement of immigration laws, and the police department will not participate in ICE raids or New Brunswick City Government investigations.