Today’s Thursday Thought quote reminds all of us–citizens, legislators, world leaders, family members–of what really matters.
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Immigrants, English, and Crime
Immigrants refuse to learn English, our national language, and cause greatly increased crime in our neighborhoods. We hear this all the time.
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine have completed a two-year study of 41 million immigrants to the U.S., and, yes, they included the 11 million who are not here legally. Their report is an eye-opener. You can read about it at the Omaha News/Nation. Here’s the upshot, though: today’s immigrants are assimilating rapidly into our country, learning English as soon as they can, getting an education, finding jobs, advancing in careers, and–here’s the kicker– they’re not as likely to commit crimes as the rest of us American citizens.
Gives us something to chew on, doesn’t it?
Job for Us in 2014
Are you and your friends looking for a job to do in 2014? Margaret Mead gives us a strong hint:
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
On this Thoughtful Thursday, on the second day of a brand new year, let’s get started!