# EP 124:  The Alex Pretti Incident:  Nursing Community in Uproar

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Published: 2026-01-28T21:03:26+00:00
Episode link: https://thenurseericarn.podbean.com/e/ep-124-the-alex-pretti-incident-nursing-community-in-uproar-1769631807/
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## Resource

In this episode, Nurse Erica welcomes back Dr. Matt Garvey DNP, MBA, RN, to discuss the recent Alex Pretti ICE incident in Minneapolis, exploring its implications for the nursing community and the broader societal context. They delve into personal stories, family legacies, and the role of nurses as advocates for safety and justice. The conversation highlights the varying responses from nursing organizations and emphasizes the importance of advocacy in nursing, particularly in light of political complexities and community reactions. Nurses have a unique role in advocating for both patients and societal issues and often face backlash for speaking out on social issues. Interested in Sponsoring the Show? Email with the subject NURSES UNCORKED SPONSOR to: nursesuncorked@gmail.com Support the Show: Help keep Nurses Uncorked going and become an official Patron! Gain early access to episodes, exclusive bonus content, giveaways, Zoom parties, shout-outs, and much more. Become a Wine Cork, Wine Bottle, Decanter, Grand Preserve, or even a Vineyard Member: https://patron.podbean.com/nursesuncorkedpodcast ETSY Shop: Stop Healthcare Worker Violence! https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheNurseErica Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Context of the Episode05:55 Family History and Its Impact on Advocacy 15:37 Political Implications and Public Perception 20:55 Renee Good and Laken Riley26:40 Details of the Incident and Aftermath31:30 Understanding the Incident: A Closer Look at the Shooting38:30 Reflections from Nursing Student41:30 Statements from Nursing Organizations47:55 The Dichotomy of Nursing Unions' Statements52:59 Generational Perspectives in Nursing Advocacy55:15 Political Dynamics and ICE Raids1:00:05 The Courage to Speak Out1:02:31 Reflections on Loss and Alex's Legacy1:04:00 Family Pr…

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