From my experience working in retail, the presence of ICE agents within stores like Starbucks and Target can create an unsettling environment that affects both employees and customers. Many workers feel that companies should prioritize safety and protect the dignity of everyone in their establishments. I've observed that these unions and grassroots actions are crucial in voicing these concerns and pushing for meaningful change. Striking employees have demonstrated remarkable solidarity, not only within their own companies but by joining with others across industries. This collective effort helps highlight how corporate policies impact vulnerable communities, especially in places heavily affected by ICE operations, like Minnesota. The campaign to 'ICE OUT NOW' reflects a growing demand for workplaces to be safe spaces where labor rights and community wellbeing are upheld. For customers, supporting these worker-led movements means more than just shopping—it means standing with frontline employees advocating for fair treatment and safer workplaces. It's inspiring to see unions using nonviolent actions alongside community organizers to make their voices heard. These efforts underscore the importance of union solidarity when confronting systemic issues affecting both workers and the broader community.