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Oliveira's Book Exposes Immigrant Families' Ongoing Trauma

11/6/2025

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In an interview, Oliveira discusses her book Now We Are Here and the trauma immigrant families faced during U.S. President Donald Trump’s presidency.
She notes current immigration policies prevent families from seeking asylum and worsen their suffering.
Children live in fear due to deportations, affecting their access to healthcare and education.
Some teens have graduated high school despite these challenges.
Oliveira expresses mixed feelings about the release.

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Story summary

In an interview, Oliveira discusses her book Now We Are Here and the trauma immigrant families faced during U.S. President Donald Trump’s presidency.
She notes current immigration policies prevent families from seeking asylum and worsen their suffering.
Children live in fear due to deportations, affecting their access to healthcare and education.
Some teens have graduated high school despite these challenges.
Oliveira expresses mixed feelings about the release.