The Border Children (I Really Do Care), Border Crossings Series by Betty LaDuke

“I really don’t care, do U?” This slogan appeared on Melania
Trump’s jacket worn when she visited the children separated
from their parents and held in detention centers at the US –
Mexico Border.

These are symbolic portrayals of emotional anguish experienced by mothers, children, and families as they desperately seek refuge from violence, hunger, and despair. In the panels, mothers both embrace their children and let go, as the future of their sons and daughters is uncertain. But, the mothers continue to hope for better lives and opportunities for their children.