Attention Quote by Andy Ngo
“While much attention was focused on Germany during the 2015 refugee crisis, in which more than a million migrants from the Middle East and Africa entered the continent at the behest of Angela Merkel, the country that admitted the most migrants per capita was Sweden.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Commentary on European refugee distribution, 2016
The writer notes that while Germany received much attention during the 2015 refugee crisis, Sweden admitted the most migrants per capita.
In simple terms: Sweden took in many refugees relative to its size.
Recognize varied national responses to migration.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- public opinion
- humanitarian aid
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do policies reflect national values?
- What challenges arise from high per‑capita intake?
Statistical focus may ignore broader context.