“None of us would have our children in that position!” Cummings, now shouting, went on. “They are human beings!”

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While the country (rightfully) frets over what to do about the president’s increasingly rabid racism, Cummings’ explosive monologue serves as an important reminder that there are real people suffering real wrongs at the hands of this administration this very moment. They deserve justice, and those responsible for their ongoing treatment need to answer for what they’ve done.