It may also be a question of high policy whether resident enemies would not be a greater danger to this country if they were compelled to remain here, than if they were allowed, or compelled, to depart, possibly to return as invaders.
Holland discusses the strategic implications of whether to allow resident enemies to stay or leave during wartime.
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