I like your numbers 1. through 3. .Yet I'ld like to add a 4.
We need to tell arrivals, that we expect them to respect "the law of the land". And we need to feel good about stating this.
What is "the law of the land"? It obviously consists of the constitution and our laws. But it also consists of local customs.
While obviously every arrival is free to stick to his/her religion, we want to see the face of people we talk to, we shake hands, we do not want ghettos to develop etc.
Admonishment of this kind are necessary for only a very small share of the arrivals, but they remain necessary. And that is also true to protect the arrivals that strive to become part of the Gerrman society. We owe it to them.
Equally the burden is on us to extend our helping hand for arrivals who want to feel at home here.
I agree with the other comment mentioned here. At the end of the day, we are all human, with human instincts and an innate desire to help others. However, immigrants coming to a new country should respect the rules of the host nation. Everyone should be free to practice their religion and customs within their own homes, but not impose them on society or expect others to follow the same rules. It’s interesting how, in many religions, followers believe they are the "chosen" ones responsible for helping others reach heaven.
Also, if someone commits a serious crime and harms members of society, there’s no reason for taxpayers to bear the cost of keeping that person in the country. A good analogy is if someone comes into your home, you ask them to take off their shoes, and they refuse, then hurt your family. You would likely kick them out!
I like your numbers 1. through 3. .Yet I'ld like to add a 4.
We need to tell arrivals, that we expect them to respect "the law of the land". And we need to feel good about stating this.
What is "the law of the land"? It obviously consists of the constitution and our laws. But it also consists of local customs.
While obviously every arrival is free to stick to his/her religion, we want to see the face of people we talk to, we shake hands, we do not want ghettos to develop etc.
Admonishment of this kind are necessary for only a very small share of the arrivals, but they remain necessary. And that is also true to protect the arrivals that strive to become part of the Gerrman society. We owe it to them.
Equally the burden is on us to extend our helping hand for arrivals who want to feel at home here.
I agree. I posted my reply to your comment in the comments section.
Hi zim,
how do I find the comment section? I thought this was it.
Yes, I replied below.
I agree with the other comment mentioned here. At the end of the day, we are all human, with human instincts and an innate desire to help others. However, immigrants coming to a new country should respect the rules of the host nation. Everyone should be free to practice their religion and customs within their own homes, but not impose them on society or expect others to follow the same rules. It’s interesting how, in many religions, followers believe they are the "chosen" ones responsible for helping others reach heaven.
Also, if someone commits a serious crime and harms members of society, there’s no reason for taxpayers to bear the cost of keeping that person in the country. A good analogy is if someone comes into your home, you ask them to take off their shoes, and they refuse, then hurt your family. You would likely kick them out!