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Bushwick Official Is Calling Out President Trump For Poor-Shaming Immigrants

Council Member Rafael Espinal has spoken out about immigrant rights several times this year.

By Jarrett Lyons

Oct. 22, 2018 · 3 min read

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Bushwick Official Is Calling Out President Trump For Poor-Shaming Immigrants

Council Member Rafael Espinal has spoken out about immigrant rights several times this year.

Jarrett Lyons October 22, 2018Oct 22, 2018 · 3 min read

New York City Council Member Rafael Espinal is speaking out against the Trump Administration’s proposal to disqualify immigrants on public assistance for citizenship.

He wants Brooklyn residents…

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