A protest is set to take place this Sunday afternoon in downtown Montreal, shining a light on U.S. immigration enforcement and showing solidarity with protestors in Minneapolis after a recent tragic incident.
Dubbed as “ICE Out MTL,” the demonstration is planned for 1 p.m. outside the U.S. Consulate located on Sainte-Catherine Street. Michael Lipset, a Montreal resident with roots in Minnesota and one of the event’s organizers, shares that the protest aims to raise awareness about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issues while calling for accountability and reform.
In an interview with CityNews, Lipset discusses the inspiration behind the protest, its goals, and the significance of the cause in Montreal.
When asked about the motivation behind organizing the protest, Lipset expresses a sense of solidarity and urgency. Coming from the Twin Cities, he highlights the recent tragic incidents in the area and the global response against ICE and authoritarianism. He emphasizes the importance of a united voice against oppressive regimes like the current U.S. administration and the need for collective action.
Lipset also discusses the message they aim to convey through the protest – the demand for the abolishment of ICE and its harmful practices. He stresses that ICE’s actions violate fundamental rights and liberties, necessitating immediate action to oppose their oppressive tactics.
The protest organizers hope to send a strong message to both U.S. authorities and Canadians by uniting against injustice and emphasizing the interconnectedness of global actions. Lipset invites everyone who believes in the fight for justice to join them on Sunday and stand against injustice everywhere.
