The article highlights the passion and activism of individuals responding to perceived threats to democracy under the Trump administration. Retired police chief Robert Quinlan expresses his concerns about the detention of immigrants, specifically Karim Daoud, illustrating the emotional impact of current immigration policies. Quinlan has initiated a community protest group to rally against political decisions that separate families. This shift towards activism among those who historically remained passive underscores a growing unease with the political landscape in America.
"I never in my lifetime thought that this could happen in America—that our democracy could really be in danger."
"What good does that do this country to have a family now who doesn't have a father? We're seeing good, hardworking people getting dragged off by ICE."
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