And I am compelled to ask: Who among us cannot understand the desire to flee the violent and repressive actions of an undemocratic military? I find it hard to understand the reality of the current policy that requires that we should turn a blind eye to Haitians fleeing violence for the safe haven of our shores. The Presidents policy is a direct violation of article 33 of the Geneva Convention on Refugees that prohibits the expulsion or return of refugees. I ask all to listen to the words of the Geneva Convention: It states and I quote: No State shall expel or return a refugee in any manner whatsoever to the frontiers of territories where his life or freedom would be threatened on account of his race. religion. nationality. membership of a particular social group or political opinion. It is clear that we are not affording the Haitians the help we offer other refugees. Over the last 32 yea"f. in at least 20 instances. the United States/has granted safe haven to refugees fleeing trouble at home. The list includes: Hungary. Romania.
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