Respond to migrants with hearts, minds
We are constantly bombarded with news of families, including children and seniors, walking unimaginable miles that defy description. Injury and death may be the “reward” for such treks. Why would anyone make the decision to “walk” with such prospects possible? I understand and want everyone to consider what’s happening. The points of origin for so many of these migrants are dangerously unsafe locales. We know this. We can argue the starting points are not that bad, but I think that borders on us being fooled by rhetoric. They are that bad. There is no other way to explain the “gamble” these folks are taking.
Who are we as Americans? We are, and have been, a country of immigrants. If you don’t believe that, look around and include your family. All our religions preach taking in the stranger and offering help and support for those in need. There needs to be immigration controls, but they need to reflect who we are. I am asking you to think about it. The migrants have suffered, not of their own making, but at the hands of tyrants and worse. We need to respond with our minds and hearts.
Irv Ginsburg
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