Modern immigration policies are often based on fear and misconception from "summary" of The Next Great Migration by Sonia Shah
Modern immigration policies are often shaped by fear and misconceptions rather than evidence-based knowledge. The fear of "invasive" species and the belief that immigrants bring disease and crime have influenced policy decisions throughout history. These fears are not grounded in scientific reality but are perpetuated by political rhetoric and media sensationalism. The concept of "invasive" species is deeply ingrained in our cultural understanding of immigration. The fear of foreign plants and animals taking over native habitats is often extended to human populations, stoking fears of cultural dilution and economic competition. However, this analogy fails to account for the complexities of human migration and adaptation. The portrayal of immigrants as carriers of disease and criminality is a common trope used to justify exclusionary policies. This narrative ignores the fact that migrants are often fleeing disease and vio...
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