"The Cruelty is the Point"

This week on Trailblazing Justice, we pull back the curtain on America’s immigration system — and it’s not what most people think. Our special guest, Erin McKee, from the Immigrant Rights Project, joins us to unpack how Oregon’s sanctuary laws actually keep everyone safer, and why the federal government has virtually unchecked power over noncitizens (Erin helps us by wading through the vernacular of immigration law!). We also break down the alarming national shifts—from ancient laws being dusted off to threats against birthright citizenship—and why ignoring these moves now could open the door to civil rights erosion for everyone. Spoiler: this isn’t just about immigration anymore.

The Trail Blazing Justice podcast is a production of the Oregon Justice Resource Center.