1. United States
2. Colo.
3. Letter

I am writing to express my vehement opposition to Senate Bill 25-047. This bill is a regressive step that undermines the progress Colorado has made in fostering trust between local communities and law enforcement agencies. Reenacting policies that mandate local officials to enforce federal immigration laws will erode the essential trust that immigrant communities have in local authorities. Such measures deter individuals from reporting crimes or cooperating with investigations, thereby compromising public safety for all residents. This is just one step closer to making Colorado a haven for dehumanizing policies, setting a dangerous precedent that undermines our democratic values and opens the door to more authoritarian rule. Allowing this to happen is not just a policy choice—it is a moral failure. It is akin to the policies in Germany that allowed citizens to turn on each other, leading to devastating consequences. This bill will undoubtedly lead to racial profiling, creating an environment of fear and division. It is a step toward mass detention, and Colorado will be known for leading the way with its already expanding detention centers. This is immoral and vile. We will not vote for nor support any representative who fails to speak out publicly against this bill. Silence in the face of injustice is complicity. We demand bold leadership that stands on the right side of history, not cowardice that enables the erosion of human rights. "Woe to those who make unjust laws, to those who issue oppressive decrees, to deprive the poor of their rights and withhold justice from the oppressed of my people." — Isaiah 10:1-2 You will be judged for the oppression you choose to uphold. You have a moral obligation to protect the vulnerable, not to criminalize them. History will remember where you stood on this issue. I urge you to consider the grave moral implications of SB 25-047 and to stand against this vile and dangerous legislation.