Immigration
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The Cost of Denied Rights: What We Must Protect
Wrongful imprisonment, the denial of a fair public trial, human trafficking, and slavery are examples of crimes against humanity. Whether citizens, foreigners, residents, or visitors, all have equal rights as free people. Continue reading
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Awakening Social Consciousness: Standing for Human Rights
The loss of humanity for one is a loss for many. The loss of humanity for many is a loss for all. Continue reading
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The Human Cost of Deportation: A Call for Compassion
The harsh reality of deporting migrants and foreign travelers is becoming more apparent and alarming day by day. Sanctioned violence undermining basic human rights and due process is not only unconstitutional and inhumane but creates an unnerving precedent with untold… Continue reading
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Restoring Hope: Lady Liberty’s Call to Action
Lady Liberty, symbolizing hope and compassion, calls for the tired and poor of the world, as epitomized in Emma Lazarus’s poem, “The New Colossus.” However, America is currently neglecting this ideal, shutting its borders and creating divisions. The nation risks… Continue reading
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Fear and Justice: The State of Rights in America
President Trump’s executive order under the Alien Enemies Act for the detention of Venezuelan gang members has sparked controversy due to its violation of due process. Secrecy and force undermine justice and safety in society. The fear of authoritarian governance… Continue reading
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Compassion Over Fear: Countering Fictional Monsters
It’s an old story with the same tragic ending. From Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to the Oscar-nominated film Wicked, the presence of an outsider becomes a convenient monster to blame our anxieties and fears. Hysteria and violence against the innocent is… Continue reading
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The Immigration Crisis: From Anxiety to Better Solutions
The world benefits when everyone belongs and partners together. Immigration is a complex web of ever-changing, inconsistent rules and laws. Naturally, people find loopholes to achieve their dreams and aspirations. Shutting down borders, threatening global neighbors, revoking temporary residency, and… Continue reading
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The Stories of Immigrants are Also Our Own
American society grapples with a long-standing skepticism and fear of immigrants, fueled by historical discrimination. Contemporary hate speech and false narratives intensify societal anxiety, echoing past prejudices. Despite these challenges, the core values of hope, freedom, and equality persist as… Continue reading
Matt Till 