Staff Reports
In the bustling city of Charlotte, North Carolina, one might think they’ve stumbled into a real-life version of Charlotte’s Web, except instead of a clever spider, we’ve got Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) spinning the narrative. While some might picture ICE’s deportation efforts as weaving a web of control, critics claim the city is tangled in a crime wave.
Here’s the deal: illegal means illegal. It’s baffling how that simple word seems to elude the comprehension of some people. Perhaps they need a good example, so let’s humor them. Picture someone barreling down the highway at 85 miles per hour in a 55 zone. Now, whether that driver volunteers at the local puppy shelter or is knitting a sweater for every penguin on the planet is irrelevant. They broke the law, and no amount of niceness or philanthropy changes that red-hot fact. So, why, pray tell, should the concept be any less lucid when it comes to immigration?
ICE is not playing the harsh villain from a spy movie; it’s merely doing its job: deporting those who have crossed into America unlawfully. Yet, somehow, an entire chorus of the media and select city residents have emerged, spotlighting their sympathy on the so-called victims of enforcement rather than applauding ICE’s efforts. Sure, a couple of businesses complained about losing customers, but would they rather have bustling shops or a crime-free neighborhood? Choices, choices.
Even those high up in the church, such as the Pope, have weighed in, advocating for the humane treatment of migrants and emphasizing compassion. Illegal immigrants, regardless of how lovely they may be, have entered the country outside established legal frameworks. There’s an app for everything these days, perhaps even an app for self-deportation, allowing a dignified way out and eventually, a legal return for those who truly want to embrace American values.
Here’s the bottom line: America needs to prioritize itself. It’s not about spurning immigrants or turning a blind eye to their plights but about playing by the rules. Once the borders are controlled and the law respected, America can warmly welcome newcomers who’ve played by the rules. Until then, it’s wise not to weave tales of woeful injustice, but to focus on the legality and fairness that underpin a well-functioning society. That, dear readers, is the kind of story worth investing in.
