Social issues that exist in our country

What are social issues that exist in our country? Specifically, what are social issues that exist based on policy/laws outlined by our government?
How do stories give power to those who hope to tackle those social issues?
One huge social issue that exists in our country is the forced separation of families based on immigration status. These have been further exascerbated through recent U.S. government policies.
Stories, in this unit, Diane’s story, give power to those hoping to tackle social issues, because they tell of important events. They also have themes that help readers understand the world and often empower people to
fight injustices.
A lot has happened to Diane's family. How does this show that arresting and deporting someone is a "social
issue"? Use details from the text to support your answer.
A: Arresting and deporting someone is a social issue, because __. Diane's mom being deported
led to .
T: In the text, it says, "____"
E: This shows .
T: In the text, it also says, "__"
E: This also shows __.