Borders Quote by Donald Trump
“I am going to build a great border wall to stop illegal immigration, to stop the gangs and the violence and to stop the drugs from pouring into our communities!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign rally, 2015
A border wall is presented as a solution to illegal immigration, crime, and drug flow.
In simple terms: A wall will stop immigration and crime.
Key Takeaway
Evaluate the efficacy and consequences of physical barriers.
Themes
immigration
security
policy
crime
drugs
Mood
defensive
assertive
Type
political
controversial
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy debates
- border communities
Key Concepts
nationalism
protectionism
Questions to Reflect On
- Is a wall the most effective immigration solution?
- What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective
Physical barriers may have limited impact and unintended effects.
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