Princeton Vigil Calls for Action on Delaney Hall from Governor Sherrill
Princeton Vigil Will Urge Gov. Sherrill To Act On Delaney Hall

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Indivisible Princeton is organizing a vigil on Friday at 4 p.m. to urge Governor Mikie Sherrill to take action regarding Delaney Hall, a federal immigration detention center. The event aims to advocate for the rights of detainees and their families, following recent hunger strikes and protests.
- 01The vigil will take place on Stockton Street near Bayard Lane in Princeton, NJ.
- 02Participants will demand the closure of Delaney Hall and protection for detainees and protesters.
- 03Recent hunger strikes by detainees at Delaney Hall have led to clashes with ICE officers, resulting in at least 17 arrests.
- 04Indivisible Princeton calls for an end to police violence and support for legal representation for detainees.
- 05The event will include singing from the Singing Resistance Songbook to promote solidarity.
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Indivisible Princeton is organizing a peaceful vigil on Friday at 4 p.m. to urge New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill to take decisive action regarding Delaney Hall, a federal immigration detention center located in Newark. The vigil will be held on Stockton Street, near Bayard Lane, directly in front of Monument Park and close to the governor's residence. Organizers emphasize the need for the governor to utilize state powers to protect detainees, their families, and protesters, especially in light of recent events where hundreds of detainees initiated a hunger strike. This protest has escalated into clashes with ICE officers, resulting in at least 17 arrests. The vigil will feature messages advocating for human rights, legal support for detainees, and calls for the closure of Delaney Hall. Attendees are encouraged to bring signs with slogans such as “Protect Protesters” and “Close Delaney Hall.” Additionally, the vigil will incorporate singing from the Singing Resistance Songbook, fostering a sense of community and solidarity among participants.
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The vigil aims to raise awareness and advocate for the rights of detainees, which could influence state policies regarding immigration detention.
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