“We can and must do better for those who need democracy most,” said LAUSD Board Member Rocío Rivas, an immigrant.
“Many of us hoped that a more effective, humane and compassionate policy would supplant Title 42 … and that our migrant youth and families could begin the difficult work of rebuilding their lives,” said Board Member Kelly Gonez, who authored the resolution approved by the board on Tuesday, June 13.
The resolution was passed by all members, save for Board Member George McKenna who abstained from voting after expressing frustration that the resolution offered few tangible steps for change.
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