I’m an elementary school principal. Students live in fear of ICE | Seth Lavin

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Source: theguardian.com
I’m an elementary school principal. Students live in fear of ICE | Seth Lavin

I am in awe of the children and their parents as they live through raids. How can you call an operation targeted when it blankets a city in fear?

There is snow on the ground, but for some Chicago families, this is a moment of unfreezing. ICE is still out there, but Commander Gregory Bovino and his strike force have moved on. After months, Operation Midway Blitz has quieted.

In places like the elementary school where I am principal, some parents who were hiding are poking their heads out doors. Children holding their breath since September are beginning to exhale.

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