Name: The humans at the center of the US immigration debate
Uploaded: 2022-06-30T14:38:32Z
Duration: 12 min 3 s
Description: How does a nation reconcile when its identity is at odds with its policies? Ali Noorani traces the arc of the US immigration debate to show a safer and more compassionate way forward, highlighting why centering human dignity creates lasting bonds and healthier communities.

Ali Noorani: The humans at the center of the US immigration debate

The humans at the center of the US immigration debate

How does a nation reconcile when its identity is at odds with its policies? Ali Noorani traces the arc of the US immigration debate to show a safer and more compassionate way forward, highlighting why centering human dignity creates lasting bonds and healthier communities.

America’s immigration debate is not just a policy battle, but a test of national character. In a Texas courtroom, a young woman fleeing violence in Nicaragua broke down when granted bond after months in detention, her dignity battered by accusations and lack of legal support. Real reconciliation happens in local communities like Storm Lake, Iowa, where immigrants and longtime residents choose unity over division. When people work together for compassion and fairness, immigrants and the entire nation thrive.