FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 16, 2022

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Jonny Levenfeld, West End Strategy Team
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Interfaith Alliance: DeSantis Migrant Stunt Betrays Our Sacred Values

WASHINGTON—In the wake of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ controversial decision to transport a group of Venezuelan immigrants to Massachusetts, advocates of inclusive religious freedom and human dignity are condemning the governor’s cruel stunt and lauding the efforts of local faith groups. The Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush, president and CEO of Interfaith Alliance, released the following statement:

“Across the nation, Americans look to our elected officials to lead by example and demonstrate that despite our differences, we are united by a shared obligation to care for our neighbors. Governor DeSantis, who in recent days has made a call to put on ‘the armor of God’ to resist political opponents, has shown callous disregard for the lives of dozens of immigrants and betrayed the sacred values that each person is made in the image of God and worthy of respect and dignity.

“Fortunately, local faith groups that sprang into action to give sanctuary to the victims of this stunt offer an example and are a reminder that Americans of all faiths and none believe in a humane, inclusive vision for America.”

If you are interested in speaking further with Interfaith Alliance, please contact Jonny Levenfeld at (202) 704-4535 or jlevenfeld@westendstrategy.com


Interfaith Alliance is a network of people of diverse faiths and beliefs from across the country working together to build a resilient democracy and fulfill America’s promise of religious freedom and civil rights not just for some, but for all. We mobilize powerful coalitions to challenge Christian nationalism and religious extremism, while fostering a better understanding of the healthy boundaries between religion and government. We advocate at all levels of government for an equitable and just America where the freedoms of belief and religious practice are protected, and where all persons are treated with dignity and have the opportunity to thrive. For more information visit interfaithalliance.org.