They begged for compassion from those speaking out against taking in people seeking the American dream.
After numerous rallies in the borough protesting asylum seekers staying at the former St. John Villa Academy, local faith leaders joined voices counteracting what they call hateful rhetoric and reminded people of what they say is the golden rule.
"How many of us had parents, grandparents or great grandparents that were born somewhere outside this country?" added the Rev. Dr. Chloe Breyer, executive director of the Interfaith Center of New York. Not far behind them were police and demonstrators. One woman said she has been out every day protesting the shelter.On Wednesday night, Mayor Adams expressed his frustration at a town hall meeting, noting that 110,000 asylum seekers have arrived in New York City since April 2022.
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