The article highlights the struggles of immigrants, Juan and Genesis, living in New York under the watch of ankle monitors due to their asylum seeker status. Despite fleeing violence in their home countries, they encounter stigma and discrimination, particularly Juan's difficulty securing employment because of the monitor's visibility. These challenges are emblematic of the broader issues faced by over 12,000 immigrants being monitored in New York, living in constant fear while navigating a convoluted immigration system without any criminal past.
Juan's experience illustrates the harsh realities faced by asylum seekers bearing ankle monitors in the US, as they endure stigma and constant anxiety while awaiting their legal status.
Genesis highlights the social stigma associated with ankle monitors, as even innocent activities like taking her child to the park lead to alienation, making her feel like a bad mother.
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