Illinois Dem Gov denies seeking immigrant ‘crisis’. Read his 2021 statement
In his 2024 State of the State address, Illinois Democrat governor JB Pritzger criticized Texas GOP governor Greg Abbott for sending illegal immigrants to blue states.
Pritzger declared that Illinois did not “ask for this manufactured crisis” of the huge influx of illegal immigrants. He passionately expressed his frustration, stating, “Over the last 18 months, more than 35,000 have arrived in Illinois, most of them landed here in buses sent by Governor Abbott of Texas. Abbott willfully planned the arrival of these individuals in locations and at times that would engender the maximum chaos for the city of Chicago.”
Pritzger continued to address those who may think Illinois should turn a blind eye to the situation, saying, “Maybe some of you think we should just say ‘This is not our problem’ and we should just let the migrant families starve or freeze to death. But that’s not what decent Midwesterners do. That’s not what leaders do. We didn’t ask for this manufactured crisis but we must deal with it all the same.”
However, it is worth noting that despite Pritzger’s claim that Illinois didn’t ask for this crisis, he issued an executive order on August 2, 2021, “expanding protections for immigrant and refugee communities and further establishing Illinois as the most welcoming state in the nation.”
The executive order included strengthening the TRUST Act, requiring local officials to end partnerships with ICE, addressing hate crimes against immigrant communities, expanding workplace protections for DACA recipients, and creating the Illinois Immigration Impact Task Force. Pritzger also established the Welcoming Illinois Office to coordinate policies and practices that make Illinois a more welcoming and equitable state for immigrants and refugees.
Pritzger emphasized his commitment to making Illinois a safe and secure place for all residents, stating, “Every family, every child, every human being deserves to feel safe and secure in the place they call home. I am committed to making sure that value defines what it means to live in Illinois.”
During his State of the State address, Pritzger acknowledged that states and cities in the country’s interior are not equipped to handle the rapid influx of new arrivals. He called on the White House and the federal government to step up and coordinate the management of these asylum seekers.
Furthermore, Pritzger promised to alleviate the burden on Chicago’s shelter system by sending immigrants to other places in the state, clarifying, “This plan includes our efforts to divert as many people as possible away from temporary shelter to more permanent settlement, wherever that may be. Not because we are unwelcoming of immigrants, but because Chicago’s shelter system is near capacity.”
What challenges has the influx of illegal immigrants posed to Illinois, according to Governor Pritzger?
S crisis, but we will step up and do what is necessary to help these families.”
Governor Pritzger also criticized Governor Abbott for his alleged political motivations behind sending illegal immigrants to blue states. He accused Abbott of using these families as pawns in a political game rather than genuinely addressing the immigration issue. Pritzger stated, “Governor Abbott’s actions are nothing more than a desperate attempt to shift the blame and distract from his own failures in handling immigration in his own state.”
Furthermore, Governor Pritzger emphasized the strain that this influx of illegal immigrants has put on the resources and infrastructure of Illinois. He highlighted the challenges faced by local communities, schools, and healthcare systems in accommodating and supporting these migrant families. Pritzger urged the federal government to provide necessary financial aid to alleviate the burden on states like Illinois that are already facing their own challenges.
In contrast to Governor Abbott, Pritzger expressed his commitment to finding long-term solutions to the immigration issue. He advocated for comprehensive immigration reform that addresses the root causes of migration and promotes a fair and humane system. Pritzger underlined the need for collaboration and cooperation between states, rather than partisan actions that exacerbate the problem.
Finally, Governor Pritzger concluded his address by calling on the residents of Illinois to embrace compassion and empathy towards the migrant families in their state. He urged them to reject divisive rhetoric and instead recognize the shared humanity of all individuals, regardless of their immigration status. Pritzger emphasized the strength and resilience of Illinois, stating, “We have faced challenges before, and we will overcome this one together.”
In his 2024 State of the State address, Governor JB Pritzger passionately condemned Governor Abbott for his alleged actions in sending illegal immigrants to Illinois. He called for unity, compassion, and comprehensive immigration reform, highlighting the strain that these actions have put on the state. Governor Pritzger’s address serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing immigration issues with humanity, collaboration, and effective policy-making.
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