Since President Donald Trump and others falsely claimed that Haitian migrants were stealing and eating pets, the small city of Springfield, Ohio has been plagued with dozens of bomb threats. Parents are reporting that their children are living in fear and are scared to go to school. Despite city police confirming that there are no credible reports of Haitian immigrants harming pets, the threats have caused school evacuations and shutdowns.
Parents are worried about the impact on their children and the overall safety of the community. Some children are being kept home from school due to the threats, and parents are having difficult conversations with them about staying safe. Meanwhile, Haitian immigrant residents like Romane Pierre are experiencing fear and discrimination, with Pierre reporting that many people are sarcastically asking if his restaurant serves cat or dog meat.
The situation has caused stress and strain on the community, with local officials struggling to provide resources and respond to the threats. However, there has also been a positive response from the community, with people coming together to support each other. Parents like Sharice Otieno are concerned for the safety of their children and their community, as the false rumors have created a climate of fear and suspicion. Despite the challenges, residents are coming together to support one another and work towards a sense of safety and security in Springfield.
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