A Massachusetts couple who volunteered their home as a shelter for illegal immigrants were surprised to find an immigrant family at their door within an hour.
Colin and Jessica Stokes in Brookline — a wealthy Boston suburb with average people. household income Nearly $200,000 — See photos of hundreds of illegal aliens and sign up to house Chilean immigrants camp out At Logan International Airport, report CBS News.
Boston couple registers to receive immigrants… family was dropped off at their door within an hour
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— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) February 12, 2024
The family of four was immediately assigned to Stokes “in less than an hour,” the newspaper said.
“I thought, ‘I have to put sheets on the bed.’ How many people are coming? Where are they from? How old are they? We really didn’t know anything,” Jessica said. .
“The need is clearly overwhelming,” her husband Colin added.
The new arrivals, a couple and two children, had traveled from Chile to Texas and then headed to the sanctuary city of Boston, where they were among those sleeping at the airport.
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According to Colin, it’s mind-boggling that there are “hundreds of stories like that, people going through such stressful, traumatic changes.”
“The family is lovely. They’re so grateful. It’s been amazing,” Jessica said, adding that it was “incredible to see on the front lines” and how many immigrants are in need. He added that it was “heartbreaking” to witness this.
Two young children are waiting to enroll in school while their parents are waiting for work permit documents.
The latest batch of new arrivals follows Gov. Maura Healey (D). declared emergency in August after the state’s shelters reached capacity with more than 20,000 migrants.
Boston City Councilwoman Julia Mejia (D) caused a stir when she called on nearby towns, including Brookline, where the Stokes are based, to accept more illegal immigrants.
“Everyone needs to start opening their doors. This is a shared responsibility,” she said.
Boston City Council member Julia Mejia said of the lack of space for undocumented immigrants:
“Everyone needs to start opening their doors. This is a shared responsibility.” pic.twitter.com/YaTqUydLZL
— End Wakeness (@EndWokeness) February 11, 2024
Progressive politicians are also espousing similar sentiments across the country, with Democratic Mayor Mike Johnston calling for voters to make a “common sacrifice” rather than curb tens of thousands of illegal immigrants. announced that it would cut city services.
At a Feb. 9 press conference, Johnston blamed Republicans for the immigration chaos, even though Denver is a sanctuary city controlled by Democrats.
BREAKING: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston (D) announced cuts to DMV and Park & Rec services to free up more resources for illegal aliens. He warned that there would be further cuts to come.
He blames Republicans for his decision to cut services to Denver residents.
Democrats hold Denver… pic.twitter.com/s56nkSn7OZ
— TikTok Library (@libsoftiktok) February 9, 2024
