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Protests Erupt in Florida After Anti-Immigrant Law Goes Into Effect

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Florida bill SB 1718 sparks statewide protests as it takes effect, nullifying driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants from other states and criminalizing the transportation of undocumented workers.

“This attack on our immigrant communities will not stand. Purposely designed to inflict cruelty, SB 1718 is unconstitutional and undermines our democracy…We are committed to ensuring that immigrants are treated fairly, equally and with dignity,” Paul R.

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