As Americans. we must stand united with the people of France. The stories of innocent civilians being slaughtered on the streets of Paris serve as stark reminders that we must do everything in our power to prevent this type of attack from occurring in the United States of America. Investigations have revealed that one of the terrorists entered Europe with migrants fleeing the Syrian civil war. In light of these reports. it is essential that we pause the process of refugees coming into the United States. Mr. Speaker. the attacks in Paris show the danger of open border policies. The United States must not allow any refugees into our country without exhaustive security screenings. My congressional district and the Greater St. Louis region have a long and admirable track record of welcoming refugees fleeing war and turmoil. However. the safety and the security of the American people must always be our number one priority. We mourn with our brothers and sisters of France.
Identified stereotypes
Implies that refugees pose a security threat due to open border policies.