When child refugees are someone else's problem. And the unacceptability of claiming "We have done our bit".
I read this piece this morning and immediately wanted to share it on Facebook. Here's why.
I share this because I believe the Dubs Amendment provided a morally and politically defensible response to a humanitarian crisis of suffering and threatened children.
I share the sadness of all who believe our country should not close doors on refugees – doors fit into walls as openings, and places of welcome; when they are closed all you are left with is a wall.
I share the shame that a rich and influential nation would rather pay others to keep refugees where they are, than welcome them as the human gifts they are.
I share the outrage of those who believe our responsibility under the UN Convention on Refugees is being compromised and bought off.
I share the anger of all who think the ending of the Dubs Amendment scheme was an underhand and cynical sleight of hand, displaying political self serving instead of demonstrating an ethically funded political leadership.
I share the sense of national diminishment, when our country's values are discarded in imitation of the door-closing mentalities elsewhere
I share the prayers of those who seek justice and mercy, peace and shalom, for others at least as much as ourselves.
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