When President Trump announced the end of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) a few months back, it ignited a wave of outrage. The decision put hundreds of thousands of kids, who are the children of undocumented immigrants, at risk of deportation. However, there’s still hope on the horizon. The DREAM Act (Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act) is pending in Congress and, if approved, would provide legal status to these young individuals. As the deadline looms, especially during the festive season, a group of “Dreamer” kids decided to take action.
On Wednesday, a lively group of children, dressed as elves, marched to the office of Speaker of the House, Mike Sanders, to sing custom Christmas carols aimed at urging him to support the DREAM Act. They even brought lumps of coal to symbolize how “naughty” he would be if he didn’t act in favor of the DREAMers.
Their carols featured modified lyrics that conveyed their important message, and while they sang with enthusiasm, they remained respectful. However, in a scene that has become all too common in recent protests, Capitol police were called in and promptly prepared their zip-ties—yes, zip-tie handcuffs—intended for children. The police even followed the kids as they left the building to continue their demonstration outside, suggesting that the intimidation was not just for show.
The elf brigade wasn’t alone in their march for justice. According to NBC News, around two thousand immigrants gathered at the Capitol that day to make their voices heard. December 6th had been designated as a “national day of action,” with immigrants, religious leaders, and politicians joining forces to push Congress to pass the DREAM Act. This legislation would grant undocumented children and teens the opportunity to pursue an education and live in the U.S. without the looming threat of deportation.
The kids, with their cheerful protest, tried to bring some lightness to a heavy situation—especially when their entire futures hang in the balance. During the holiday season, it seems particularly cruel to leave nearly a million kids in limbo, and these clever young protesters hoped their festive outfits and songs would resonate with Speaker Sanders.
While no one is denying that immigration is a complex issue, targeting children who had no say in their circumstances is unnecessarily harsh. It’s yet another example of the current administration’s relentless efforts to undo the policies established by President Obama. Hats off to these kids for standing up for themselves and finding a way to make their protest fun. But let’s be honest, when it comes to the actions of some politicians, a lump of coal doesn’t quite cut it.
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In summary, a group of young ‘Dreamers’ took a stand by caroling at the office of a key political figure while facing police intervention. Their efforts serve as a reminder of the urgency surrounding the DREAM Act, especially during this time of year.
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