Friend, the holiday season is a time filled with joy,
festivities, and yes, perhaps even a few challenging political discussions at the dinner table.

Most of us can relate to that moment when someone decides to bring up a
political topic just as the turkey is being carved, or right before dessert. Our
country is undeniably divided, and sometimes these divisive conversations can
even make their way into our family gatherings.

The NILC-IJF team is committed to equipping you with the tools and information
you may need to navigate tough conversations on immigration this holiday season.

Here are a few quick facts to keep in your back pocket:

* When someone mentions the so-called “border crisis”... * There is not a “border crisis,” but rather a humanitarian crisis at our
border.
* This humanitarian crisis has worsened over the years because of an
overwhelming backlog of cases, resources not being funneled to lawful and
humane processing, and harmful policy choices, such as the implementation
of the Title 42 expulsion order. These choices have decimated our asylum
system, making it almost impossible for people fleeing violence and seeking safety to access their legal
right to seek asylum.


* When someone starts talking about DACA... * DACA recipients contribute so much to our communities — they are students,
teachers, nurses, doctors, and loved ones who have lived in the U.S. for
most of their lives.
* Year after year, in poll after poll, a majority of Americans across party lines support Congress passing a
pathway to citizenship for immigrant youth.
* In fact, a survey from Pew Research Center found that 74% of Americans
support a law that would provide permanent legal status for immigrant
youth.


* When someone mentions taxes or the economy... * Undocumented immigrants pay billions of dollars in federal, state, and
local taxes nationwide (Source: Internal Revenue Service).
* Immigrants play a crucial role in contributing to the U.S. economy,
starting businesses, creating jobs, and driving innovation.
* According to the National Bureau of Economic Research, immigrants were
responsible for over half of the U.S. startup companies valued at $1
billion or more in 2020.



Engaging in difficult political conversations with family and friends is a
crucial step in advocating for immigrants’ rights. Sometimes, it only takes one conversation to make a difference, while other
times, it may take many more. But each conversation contributes to building a more informed and compassionate
society.

Thank you for taking the time to read through the quick facts we shared above,
and we hope they are helpful if someone brings up immigration this holiday
season.

Sincerely,

— NILC Immigrant Justice Fund

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