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Cordon sanitaire against Alternative für Deutschland begins to crack, as desperate CDU say they are open to AfD support in passing proposals to stem mass migration

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 198 implied HN points • 24 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political parties Migration policy Public Opinion Legislation Elections
  1. The CDU party in Germany is now considering working with the AfD party to address migration issues. This is a big change because they usually avoid that party.
  2. Recent violent incidents involving migrants have increased pressure on CDU to take a stronger stance on migration policies. This has forced them to rethink their political strategies.
  3. If the CDU does start cooperating with the AfD, it could shift the entire political landscape in Germany and make other parties less relevant.

EU set to embrace migrant offshoring hubs at today's summit

Gulf Stream Blues • 39 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
🌍 World Politics Migration policy Political Reforms International relations
  1. The EU is considering offshore migrant hubs to deport asylum seekers faster. This is a change from their previous stance that deemed such actions illegal.
  2. Leaders like Italy's Prime Minister Meloni support this approach, aimed at sending migrants to countries like Albania, which are not part of the EU.
  3. There are mixed opinions among EU countries about this plan, with some fearing it may violate international law and not effectively address the root migration issues.

Local Green discovers that infinity migrants might not be so great after developer announces plans to open a migrant housing facility in his tiny Bavarian village

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 272 implied HN points • 01 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Migration policy Local Governance Public Sentiment Community Impact
  1. Mass migration can bring many challenges to small towns, including noise, crime, and cultural clashes. It can change the feel of a peaceful community very quickly.
  2. Local residents often support refugees in theory but don't want to share their own neighborhoods. They may feel overwhelmed when a large number of migrants are added to a small community.
  3. Planning decisions about housing refugees may be made by distant authorities, leaving locals feeling powerless. This can lead to frustration and protests against such developments.

Top Links 631 US labour market churn in historical perspective. The decline of retail jobs. Writhing Leviathans & the business of deportation.

Chartbook • 472 implied HN points • 27 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Labor Market Economic Policy Employment Trends Social Issues Migration policy
  1. The US labor market has seen a lot of changes over time, with many people switching jobs frequently.
  2. Retail jobs are declining, which impacts many workers and the economy.
  3. There are ongoing discussions about the business of deportation, highlighting important social issues.
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Saturday Commentary and Review #186

Fisted by Foucault • 185 implied HN points • 17 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political speech International relations Democracy issues Migration policy
  1. J.D. Vance highlighted that Europe's biggest threat isn't from outside forces like Russia or China, but rather from internal issues like declining democratic values and free speech. He believes Europe needs to uphold the will of its citizens.
  2. Vance pointed out that Europe is facing a significant challenge with mass migration, which he claims is a result of policies not aligned with the people's desires. He stresses that European leaders should listen to and respect their voters' concerns.
  3. He also stressed that the responsibility for security lies with Europe itself, and as the USA focuses more on East Asia, European countries need to step up and take charge of their own defense and of their democratic processes.