USA: Trouble at the Border
NOVANEWS
It’s about a culture of militarism, which, unavoidably, equals a culture of racism
by: Robert C. Koehler
We cannot prepare to kill others without first dehumanizing them. (Photo: flickr/cc/Takver)
Yes, we have a serious problem at the border—indeed, at every border we create and defend with force of arms and bureaucratic indifference.
“‘If you want water, just drink from a toilet.’ That’s what border patrol told one thirsty woman we met on today’s #DemsAtTheBorder trip. These are the same CBP personnel who threatened to throw burritos at members of Congress. Changes must be made.”
So tweeted U.S. Rep. Judy Chu in the wake of a visit by congressmen and women to Texas border facilities last week, stirring even further incredulity and disgust about the nat...