This shit has surpassed ridiculous. I feel like the writers of Spaceballs, and Idiocracy, are somehow making things happen.
I’m not a fan of authoritarianism, and even less a fan of the orange peel currently soiling the chair in the oval office. But this advisory essentially says you should have your paperwork in order before entering the US. I’m not sure what’s to be worked up against: it’s pretty sound advice even in the best of times.
The guidance comes after Rebecca Burke, a 28-year-old U.K. citizen, was detained and deported from the U.S. and returned to the U.K. on March 18, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Burke, a cartoonist, had been backpacking across the United States, sharing her journey on Instagram, where she posted about her stays in Portland and Seattle.
Her father, Paul Burke, voiced concern in a Facebook post, explaining that his daughter had no criminal record and was on her way to Canada when she was denied entry due to an “incorrect visa.” She was then refused reentry into the U.S., classified as an “illegal alien,” and detained by ICE.
It’s that part that’s concerning. In the past, this wouldn’t have even been something that was a concern. Mistakes happen no matter how diligent people are. She likely would have just been referred to the consulate to get things in order.
No question.
What I meant was, visiting the US today is like visiting Germany in 1934: if you must do it, do your utmost to avoid getting in trouble with the Gestapo.
The true good advice to give is: don’t go to the fucking United States.
What I meant was, visiting the US today is like visiting Germany in 1934: if you must do it, do your utmost to avoid getting in trouble with the Gestapo.
You can’t honestly believe that to be true. Asking people to have their documents squared away before entering a country is something any country in the world has a right to do, but suddenly when the USA asks it, it’s Nazi Germany.
