At the prestigious Golden Globes held recently, many celebrities made a bold statement by wearing black-and-white anti-ICE pins, featuring slogans such as 'BE GOOD' and 'ICE OUT.' This gesture paid tribute to Renee Good, who tragically lost her life after being shot by an ICE officer in Minneapolis, stirring national outrage and protests.
Protests have erupted across the country, calling for justice in Good's case and others, including a separate incident in Portland involving Border Patrol agents. Activists believe that high-profile moments in culture, such as the Golden Globes, offer an excellent avenue to shed light on crucial social issues.
Mark Ruffalo, among other attendees, showcased these powerful symbols on the red carpet, reminding audiences that solutions to such issues require input from all aspects of society, including artists. Nelini Stamp of Working Families Power, an organizer of the initiative, stated, 'We need every part of civil society to speak up.'
Following Good's death, lawmakers voiced their demands for accountability, and debates around immigration enforcement intensified. Just a week before the Golden Globes, another fatal incident involving an ICE officer sparked protests in Los Angeles, escalating the call for justice.
The movement's grassroots efforts began with late-night conversations between activists, demonstrating how influential cultural moments can amplify social causes. By continuing this activism throughout the awards season, these organizers aim to keep Good's name and the names of other victims in the public discourse, committed to the long-held belief that artists can drive change.
