Obama applauds peaceful protests against Trump's immigration orders
Former president Barack Obama has expressed his opinion on the recent protests against Trump's immigration executive orders.
Kevin Lewis, a spokesperson for Obama told press he “fundamentally disagrees with the notion of discriminating against individuals because of their faith or religion," referring to Trump's ban on refugees and any entry from seven predominantly muslim countries.
Lewis also made it clear Obama applauds the efforts of Americans to peacefully protest:
“President Obama is heartened by the level of engagement taking place in communities around the country"
He continued: “Citizens exercising their constitutional right to assemble, organize and have their voices heard by their elected officials is exactly what we expect to see when American values are at stake.”
The condemnation of Trump's actions comes a mere 10 days since the transfer of power in the White House, giving it special significance.
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