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Statement on Trump’s Order to Ban Refugees from Seeking Asylum in US, Immigration of Muslims

Washington, DC, January 28, 2017
"With these executive orders, President Trump has shown his lack of understanding for American history. The words etched on Lady Liberty, 'give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,' are the values that truly make America great."

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree Issued the Statement Below Regarding President Trump’s Order to Ban Refugees from Seeking Asylum in US, Immigration of Muslims
 
Over the past week, President Trump has struck terror in the hearts of communities throughout Maine which are strengthened by immigrants and refugees. I will do everything I can to assure Maine's refugees and immigrants, no matter their religion or the color of their skin, that they are welcome here.
 
With these executive orders, President Trump has shown his lack of understanding for American history. The words etched on Lady Liberty, "give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free," are the values that truly make America great.