Immigration Quote by Anne Applebaum
““The mentality of a refugee, forcibly expelled from his home, is not that of an emigrant who leaves to seek his fortune: his very circumstances fostered dependency and a sense of helplessness he might never have known before. To””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Unwinding: An Inner History of the Cold War by Anne Applebaum, 2016
Refugees experience forced displacement, creating dependency and helplessness unlike voluntary migrants.
In simple terms: Forced exile creates helplessness and reliance.
Support empowerment over dependency.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- asylum policy
- mental health services
- integration programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can aid foster self-reliance?
- What policies reduce dependency?
The view may overlook individual resilience.