For the first time in Central Texas, leaders from two Chambers of Commerce joined clergy from Muslim, Jewish and Christian faith traditions for an afternoon of education about economic, business and legal perspectives on immigration reform. This second event in a campaign organized by clergy leadership, drew 220 participants — about twice as many as the first one. Testimonies from workers, divided families and DACA leaders highlighted the human cost; presentations by business leaders and legal experts outlined the economic and business costs of a lack of reform. All urged participants to meet with their legislative representatives and to demonstrate a constituency of voters that support compassionate reform.
Austin Interfaith Hosts Immigration Reform Event, Austin American Statesman