Vermont Conversation: ‘I’m sorry that this isn’t what we promised.’ Immigration attorney Jill Martin Diaz on fear and hope in Vermont’s immigrant community

Immigration attorney Jill Martin Diaz expresses deep concern about the erosion of rights for Vermont’s immigrant community, emphasizing the subtle but significant threats coming from judicial memos and court orders. Her insights highlight a growing atmosphere of fear among immigrants, despite Vermont's reputation for being a welcoming state. This situation underscores the broader national trend of diminishing protections for immigrants, raising crucial questions about the future of immigrant rights and the moral responsibilities of local and national governments.