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A Wall Won't Solve America's Border Problems

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Explore a Republican Congressman's perspective on US border security in this 17-minute TED Talk. Discover why a 30-foot concrete wall is considered ineffective and expensive for border control. Learn about the complexities of the US-Mexico border, including its vast size and varied terrain. Examine controversial detention and child separation practices, and understand the push factors driving immigration. Gain insights into the asylum process and potential steps for improving border management. Hear a nuanced view on immigration policy from a representative whose district spans two time zones and shares 820 miles with Mexico.

Syllabus

Intro
The size of your district
The border wall
Emergency funds
Push factors
Separation of children
Asylum process
Immigration
Conclusion

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