North Miami — In gentle of current statements made by Governor Ron DeSantis relating to Haitians fleeing the humanitarian disaster in Haiti, the Nationwide Haitian American Elected Officers Community (NHAEON) needs to specific our profound concern and condemnation. Governor DeSantis’ fear-mongering tactics not solely disregard the dire circumstances confronted by Haitian individuals but in addition overstep the bounds of his authority as a state governor.
It’s crucial to acknowledge that immigration is a federal matter, and the accountability for addressing the inflow of refugees lies primarily with the federal authorities. Governor DeSantis’s makes an attempt to instill worry and stoke division amongst communities solely serve to exacerbate tensions and hinder efforts to supply humanitarian support to these in want.
In a state with over 1 million Haitian residents, Governor DeSantis needs to be a beacon of compassion and solidarity, fairly than resorting to discriminatory rhetoric and actions. As elected officers representing the pursuits of Haitian Individuals throughout the nation, we name upon Governor DeSantis to stop his fear-mongering techniques and as an alternative advocate for humane and compassionate options to handle the plight of Haitian refugees.
As Chair of NHAEON, Mary Estimé-Irvin, aptly acknowledged, “It’s disheartening to see Governor DeSantis use his platform to sow worry and division fairly than lengthen a hand of friendship and help to our Haitian brothers and sisters of their time of want. We urge him to rethink his strategy and stand in solidarity with these fleeing the humanitarian disaster in Haiti.”
NHAEON stays dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of Haitian Individuals and stands in solidarity with all these affected by the continued disaster in Haiti.
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