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Council member acknowledges Mr. Green's testimony and expresses empathy
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Council Member Alexa Aviles responds to Garfield Green's testimony with empathy and appreciation. She acknowledges his presence since early morning and expresses admiration for his bravery in the face of adversity.
- Aviles wishes Mr. Green's son was awake to hear her praise of his father's courage
- She emphasizes the importance of dignity for all people
- The council member acknowledges the need for improvement in the treatment of immigrants
Alexa Aviles
3:27:56
Mister Green, thank you for, sharing your story.
3:28:02
I wish I know you have been here since this morning, very early standing with us.
3:28:09
I wish your son was awake to tell him he should be very proud of his father, who is very brave and pushing through enormous adversity and standing collectively with community to say all people should be dignified.
3:28:26
We must do better.