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TexasTowelie

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Mon Jan 30, 2017, 09:31 AM Jan 2017

Protesters in Spokane denounce Trump immigration orders

Spokane protesters joined an eruption of anger and exasperation across the country as President Donald Trump’s campaign promise to stop the flow of immigrants from Muslim nations became reality with a sweeping executive order this weekend.

Among the more than 600 protesters were those who carried signs supporting refugees and immigrants beneath the iconic statue of Abraham Lincoln.

“Let them in!” they chanted as cars passing by honked horns in support.

A statement from the White House on Sunday called the travel restrictions a small price to pay to ensure the safety of Americans.

Read more: http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2017/jan/29/protesters-in-spokane-denounce-trump-immigration-o/

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