President Trump’s executive order barring immigrants and refugees from seven Muslim-majority countries led to protests around the world. We take a closer look at his policy. We also talk with the organizer of the “Voice of the People” campaign, aimed at reconnecting federal legislators with the citizens they serve.
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Trump Bars Refugees And Immigrants From Muslim-Majority Nations
Protests broke out around the world after President Donald Trump signed an immigration executive order on Friday. The order bars citizens and refugees from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the United States, including Syrians fleeing civil war. We talk to an expert about Trump’s immigration policy and relationship with foreign countries.
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There’s a disconnect between election officials and the people they serve, according to the organizer of the “Voice of the People” campaign–and he hopes establishing citizen advisory committees can help bridge that divide.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Haleema Shah Producer
- Rob Ferrett Producer
- Saeed Khan Guest
- Steven Kull Guest
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