Texas Democrats decry Trump's use of Barbara Jordan quote to back immigration policy
AUSTIN — Texas Democrats on Wednesday objected to the President Donald Trump’s use of Barbara Jordan’s words as an attempt to bolster support for his immigration policy.
In a written presidential message on the 21st anniversary of Jordan’s death, the White House suggested that Trump’s “America First” approach to immigration jibes with “the spirit” of Jordan’s views on the subject.
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa, though, sharply denounced Trump’s suggestion he's in sync with Jordan on immigration.
In a written statement, Hinojosa said that Jordan believed in the dignity of every human being and had an unwavering faith in the Constitution, championing “equality for all and privileges for none.”
“As a Texan, an American, and a human being, I am insulted that Trump would invoke Barbara Jordan’s name to promote his racist and dangerous immigration agenda,” Hinojosa said. “This trailblazing daughter of Texas was devoted to the Democratic ideals that helped shape the America we live in today. She was a champion for justice. Donald Trump is not worthy of uttering her name.”
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