Proponents argue that this strategy would bolster national security by minimizing the risk of potential terrorists entering the country. Enhanced screening processes, once implemented, would provide a more thorough assessment of applicants, reducing the likelihood of malicious actors gaining entry. Critics argue that such a policy might inadvertently promote discrimination by broadly categorizing individuals based on their nation of origin rather than specific, credible threat intelligence. It may strain diplomatic relations with the affected countries and potentially harm the perception of the nation enacting the ban, being seen as hostile or prejudiced towards certain international communities. Additionally, genuine refugees fleeing terrorism or persecution in their home countries might be unjustly denied safe haven.
54% Yes |
46% No |
54% Yes |
46% No |
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Unique answers from America users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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No, but they should be kept somewhere safe like a migrant-specific shelter with all basic necessities provided until they’re thoroughly screened and cleared
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No, but increase background checks for immigrants coming from countries with totalitarian governments or high crime rates.
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No, but there should be a deeper vetting of visas and those entering from that country to prevent potential terrorists from entering the country
@9M7X92J3 days3D
It depends on how fair and accurate the screening is? Also is the person at risk of being killed? Is this a refugee situation?
@9M7SV59 3 days3D
No, the government already has a screening process and plenty of barriers to entering the country that should be equally effective for everyone.
@9M7SXLQ3 days3D
Yes, but there needs to be a clear plan to make improvements to screening ability as well as a plan to assist those individuals denied entry by redirecting them to other open countries and providing food and shelter during the transfer.
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