Response to Zhora
Zhora argues that immigration has undeniable benefits that build on cohesion, tolerance, and understanding across cultures. As an immigrant from Afghanistan, Iran, and finally to the U.S, she is part of millions of immigrants who move away from their countries for better opportunities in education, peace, and a better life. Although they provide insightful information, they fail to recognize that controlling immigration is an act mainly aimed at protecting citizens' employment and mitigating the decline in wages in low skilled jobs. Can the economy sustain an abundant supply of labor force and a decline in wages? Is the government justified when it does not apply the law? Still, even if the scripture tells us that there is no Jew or Gentile, Titus 3, 1 urges citizens to be subject to its authorities. Hence, if a state has laws against immigration or ways to control it, all people must obey it.
Response to Beatrice
Beatrice uses the Wesleyan Quadrilateral to explain the basis that were it not for immigrants; America would not be what it is. As a daughter of immigrants and a Christian, we are one in Christ, and therefore it is only fair we promote the welfare and secure liberty of all. However, as we focus on the positive side and the need for mercy, we must not forget that governments operate based on justice and not mercy. Biblically, I believe mercy applies on an individual basis but not to civil authorities. As peter 2:13-17 outlines, those who do wrong should be punished, and liberty should not be a cover-up to evil. Indeed, is there a correlation between immigrants and crime? If yes, is the idea of utilizing stricter measures justifiable? As we seek acceptance in the free land, we must not forget that where, “one man's freedom ends, another man's freedom begins.”
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