Fear and Uncertainty: Undocumented Workers in San Diego Live in the Shadow of Raids

Fear and Uncertainty: Undocumented Workers in San Diego Live in the Shadow of Raids San Diego, CA – Undocumented Mexican workers in San Diego are living in a state of constant fear and uncertainty. Recent increases in immigration enforcement have created an atmosphere of terror, impacting their ability to work and support their families. This fear is palpable in the daily lives of these individuals, many of whom are daily laborers working in the informal economy. "They come two or three times, and people see them and get scared," explains one woman interviewed in the video. "They don’t know if they’re coming to take them away." This fear is compounded by the precarious nature of their work, often involving short-term jobs with little job security. The video also features interviews with several undocumented workers who describe their daily routines and anxieties. One worker poignantly states, "We came here to work, to get ahead." Despite the fear, their determination to provide for their families remains unwavering. Alicia Kerber, the Consul General of Mexico in San Diego, highlights the scale of the issue, stating there are an estimated 200,000 undocumented Mexican workers in the region. The video serves as a stark reminder of the human impact of immigration policies and the courage of those who risk everything in search of a better life. Despite the challenges, the spirit of resilience among the undocumented workers is evident, demonstrating their unwavering determination to pursue their dreams, even in the face of fear and uncertainty.