Immigrant rights backers to march Saturday: New Arizona law expected to increase size of annual Watsonville protest

WATSONVILLE - An annual protest for immigrant rights takes on special significance this year with the recent passage of a new Arizona law cracking down on undocumented immigrants.

The protest, 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the City Plaza, will include a rally, march, entertainment, children's activities and free consultations withimmigration lawyers.

Organizer Ramiro Medrano said he expects bigger crowds than in the past couple of years due to the new Arizona law.

"People start rallying when they are really angry about something," Medrano said. "In the long run, the Arizona law is going to help the movement. People have been stagnant or just passive. We need that spark."

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Posted by Jeanette Pantoja