US immigration policy should take a cue from these biblical principles
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Throughout history, America’s religious leaders have offered guidance and opinions on immigration, in general terms and concerning specific legislation.
Mark Gerson is an entrepreneur and philanthropist who, along with his wife Rabbi Erica Gerson, is the largest individual supporter of Christian medical missions – through African Mission Healthcare, which he co-founded and chairs. He is the author of the forthcoming book from Ben Bella Books, "God Was Right: How Modern Social Science Proves the Torah Is True."
This verse, along with its variations in Numbers and Deuteronomy, is frequently cited by religious leaders advocating for minimal border protection and maximum immigration. As the Torah is not a position paper, it is almost always problematic to base a policy upon one verse. Indeed, a more comprehensive examination of the Torah reveals deeper and more nuanced guidance that would strengthen America in many ways.