Bright Light or Dim Bulb?

          Our world appears to be in crisis. The old imperial borders in the Middle East are looking less permanent every day, while wars and atrocities are setting huge numbers of refugees on the run for safety. Human migration is taking countless lives. It all makes America’s illegal immigration issues seem second shelf.

           Meanwhile, the bright light in the political firmament shines like a glittering ball of hatred over the dance floor as he markets racism and fear, and divines for all to hear that our problems will be solved when he is permitted to get rid of all those annoying poor people who are seeking survival by coming to our great country. He is proud to help us understand that they are mostly criminals and they populate criminal gangs. It is a tired refrain. And an immature blame-gaming response. The big problems we face are not caused by immigrants. Nor are they caused by children who are citizens by birthright as guaranteed in our Constitution.

           It might be closer to the truth to believe that Congress has fumbled the ball on immigration reform, and that the immigrants here and those wishing to come to America present a tremendous opportunity for our country. It might be closer to the truth that obtuse politicians are the roadblock to record-setting prosperity in America, and that immigrants will play an important role in our future greatness.

           Around here, we think America’s serious problems germinate in plush board rooms, and are nurtured by self-serving political hacks.