I’m a “left-winger” and I do get it. These migrants are following the law. It’s LEGAL to ask asylum for valid reasons. With few exceptions they are not sneaking into the country– they are applying for legal asylum. It’s sad that on the eve of July 4 there are so many misconceptions about the values our country stands for. (Remember Emma Lazarus’ poem on the Statue of Liberty.)
It is Legal to Apply for Asylum by Ruth Rovner
July 2, 2018 by ElderChicks
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Thanks for providing clarity on that
I have no problem with those who ask for asylum at legal check points. I do have a problem with those who do not proceed through the legal check points. As one who has traveled to over 30 foreign countries, I can assure you that NO countries allow illegal entrances for any reason.
Totally agree with all you say, Alice. Why is it so hard for the left to understand how important and right it is to keep immigration legal? I shake my head in wonderment at anyone who chooses not to see this. Operative word is chooses.
NOTHING permits us to break the law!!
Thank you, for reminding us all of the asylum procedure. As a sister “leftist”, I am sad this Fourth of July, to be so discouraged about the direction our nation seems to be headed. Immigrants are our backbone. They fill a need. We are better for their presence. I regret they have become one more divisive issue among us. Take care, endure, and resist before voting to change the legislature.