I just realized something about immigration. Most people, when faced with even the direst of circumstances, are too afraid to break out of their set patterns and known surroundings. “Better the devil you know” is a powerful psychological motivator.

So that means people who have come here, to America (or any other country that looks promising) are committing an act that requires incredible strength. These are people who have faced great uncertainty, danger, stigma, and have left everything familiar. What an incredible test of character!

Aren’t these exactly the kind of people that you would want in your country, in your economy, creating new businesses, creating new opportunities for themselves and their descendants? They have already passed the harshest of tests of determination and courage. Maybe we should be giving these tough survivors priority immigration status and a $10,000 starter loan!