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Vast majority of Americans oppose criminalizing humanitarian aid along Mexican border


“Humanitarian relief volunteers are responding to the dangers that people face when they make the decision to seek a better life in this country and are often confined to providing free water, food and first aid supplies,” said Chris Zepeda-Millan, who also is a member of the Latino Policy and Politics Institute. “Our survey showed that an…

“Humanitarian relief volunteers are responding to the dangers that people face when they make the decision to seek a better life in this country and are often confined to providing free water, food and first aid supplies,” said Chris Zepeda-Millan, who also is a member of the Latino Policy and Politics Institute. “Our survey showed that an overwhelming number of Americans across political parties agree that no one should face jail time for being a good Samaritan.”