In a recent social media post, the Minneapolis Police Department highlighted the challenges faced by the Latino community and other immigrant groups in Minneapolis, stressing the unfortunate climate of fear that “hurts families, businesses, and workers” who are an integral part of the city’s fabric. The department’s message is a rallying cry to stand in solidarity with these communities and to actively support their contributions to the local economy, especially given the more than 12,000 Latino-owned businesses that call the Twin Cities home.
In their public statement, which can be viewed in a press conference from December 16, the Minneapolis Police Department appealed to residents to show tangible support through patronage, stating “Now is the time to show we’re invested in them” by “visiting, shopping, and eating locally,” it’s an effort to bolster these businesses at a time when many are feeling the effects of a heightened climate of fear, uncertainty and the department acknowledges the community’s investment in Minneapolis, it calls for reciprocity in kind of action and support. The department also pledges to continue advocating for “dignity, safety, and a city where everyone can live and work without fear.” The full press conference is available on their official Facebook page.
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