A variety of news outlets covered the touching story of an 8-year old Muslim girl in Texas who reportedly started packing when Presidential candidate Donald Trump talked about prohibiting Muslim immigration:

Sofia heard about Trump’s proposal while the family was watching the evening news. While Trump has said he isn’t targeting American Muslims, her mother said Sofia didn’t make that distinction.

She packed a bag with Barbie dolls, a tub of peanut butter and a toothbrush. And she checked the locks of her family’s home because she thought soldiers were coming to take her away.

As a result, a few people started using the hashtag #IWillProtectYou and encouraged veterans and service members to send Sofia messages of reassurance.  Covered at the Religion New Service:

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