University of Kansas to teach Somali language….

….so Somalis might not feel so pressured to learn English (they don’t say that, I do). From wibw.com: LAWRENCE, Kan (WIBW) The University of Kansas is breaking new ground in the language training department. Responding to the sunflower state’s increasing Somali speaking population, KU will soon be one of the first universities in the country … Continue reading University of Kansas to teach Somali language….

Norquist goes to Kansas, dresses down Secretary of State Kobach on immigration

Editors note:  This post is cross-posted from my other blog Potomac Tea Party Report.  Although Norquist is opposing Secretary of State Kris Kobach’s efforts largely related to illegal immigration, it raises questions related to refugee resettlement as well.   Kansas is a prime destination target for refugee labor (mostly needed by meatpackers), so one wonders how … Continue reading Norquist goes to Kansas, dresses down Secretary of State Kobach on immigration

Clarion hotels in Kansas and Missouri harboring Pakistani illegal aliens

This is a story about illegal aliens, not refugees, but it comes to us from the Garden City Telegram a paper we have often quoted from that generally reports only stories about how diversity strengthens the heartland.* You know it isn’t just hapless Mexicans coming across our borders, but the numbers of OTMs (other than … Continue reading Clarion hotels in Kansas and Missouri harboring Pakistani illegal aliens

Kansas governor signs bill to ban foreign laws in Kansas courts

And, of course the Islamic lobby is going nuts.   According to this story at Fox News, Kansas becomes the 4th state to enact the so-called “American laws for American courts” model legislation.  (Hat tip: Greg) But, Governor Brownback’s signature on this bill is ironic since as a US Senator he helped open the Somali Muslim … Continue reading Kansas governor signs bill to ban foreign laws in Kansas courts