Leavenworth Community Resistance Against CoreCivic Rising

Again the main point here is interesting . . .

Push back against a new ICE facility nearby IS NOT ABOUT IMMIGRATION POLICY but nearby residents standing up for the safety of their neighborhood. It's not an insignificant point but something that partisan players like to skip over.

Here's the word . . .

"CoreCivic, the second-largest private prison company in America, is trying to force its way back into our community—despite two unanimous votes by local officials and overwhelming public opposition. Their tactic? Ignore local zoning laws, override the will of the people, and dare us to stop them.

"This isn’t just about a shuttered prison. It’s part of a disturbing national trend: corporations deciding the rules don’t apply to them. That their money and lawyers give them the right to steamroll local governments and treat communities like they’re disposable."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

KC Voices: Our communities are not for sale, and Leavenworth is standing strong against ICE's private prison