Border Quote by Steve King
“This definition about against their will, that's a made up term. Did any of those little kids say I didn't want to come here? Did they say I was brought here against my will? Some of them were walking across the border on their own, lots of them, and we'll see them coming across every day at McCallum, Texas. They're still pouring across the border. They know what they're doing. It's not against their will.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on immigration, Texas, 2018
The speaker argues that migrants crossing the border are doing so voluntarily, not against their will, emphasizing personal agency.
In simple terms: Migrants cross the border by choice, not coercion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the complexity of migration motives.
Themes
immigration
agency
politics
border
human rights
Mood
critical
concerned
analytical
Type
political
controversial
opinion
When to use this quote
- policy debate
- media analysis
- public opinion
- humanitarian aid
Key Concepts
sovereignty
voluntary movement
policy discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- Are all border crossings truly voluntary?
- How do economic and safety factors shape migration?
A Different Perspective
Migration decisions are often influenced by external pressures and limited options.
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