Aug 21

NYC Mayoral Candidate Compares Undocumented Immigrants To Modern-Day Slaves

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A little known Democratic candidate for mayor of New York City likened the plight of undocumented immigrants to slaves during a debate Wednesday night.

“I want to be remembered as a mayor who fought for all the inhabitants of New York City, especially for those who are basically enslaved in this modern kind of slavery,” said Rev. Erick Salgado, a Brooklyn pastor, when asked what kind of legacy he’d leave behind as mayor.

“I believe that slavery is not abolished,” he added. “Slavery has been transferred to my people.”

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