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First African refugees arrive in Montana; Helena advocates say they will wait until after November for theirs

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Update: Be sure to see the mayor of Missoula’s op-ed of a few days ago.  Not so much for what he says, but for the large numbers of comments on both sides of the issue.  Makes you realize that there is a huge divide in Montana about whether it is wise to bring in the … Continue reading First African refugees arrive in Montana; Helena advocates say they will wait until after November for theirs

Obama looking to 'welcome' 213,000 humanitarian arrivals in FY17 with $2.2 billion budget

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…..and that $2.2  billion is only for the Office of Refugee Resettlement (HHS) portion of the costs!  It does not include the US State Department funding or the cost of security screening. Nor does it cover the cost of most welfare, subsidized housing, medical care and most of the cost of educating the children.  They … Continue reading Obama looking to 'welcome' 213,000 humanitarian arrivals in FY17 with $2.2 billion budget

UN: no joint agreement reached on apportioning resettlement numbers by country

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…But, those pushing the no-borders agenda are still hopeful that the special Obama-led Pow-Wow in New York in September will result in commitments for numbers of migrants individual countries will pledge to permanently admit. I’m emphasizing the word ‘permanently’ because I still run into people who think we admit refugees on a temporary basis and … Continue reading UN: no joint agreement reached on apportioning resettlement numbers by country

Guest comment: Hannity interview explains why refugee flow so dangerous to us

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Editor:  From time to time I post guest columns from readers.  Although a few days late, this is a very welcome piece.  I heard the interview live driving through South Dakota the other day and thought—you must all hear this!  Thanks to reader Julia for being on the same wavelength and sending me her comments. … Continue reading Guest comment: Hannity interview explains why refugee flow so dangerous to us