Throughout our history, the United States has been a haven for refugees fleeing persecution and those who would play on our fears should not derail that proud legacy.
Bennie Thompson: “Throughout our history, the United States has been a haven for refugees fleeing persecution and those who would play on…”
On the recordJune 23, 2015
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Thompson emphasizes America's historical role as a refuge for persecuted individuals.
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