Just ice would be too sharp
Too cold upon the tongue
Bitterness needs sweetness
For us to get along

Firm punishment is fair
For them who break the rules
But for those who are oppressed
Justice is much more cool

It’s absolutely right that those who cheat or lie to obtain asylum and those who assist them for a profit should be punished and prevented, but I worry that stories like those in the news recently may hinder those who are vulnerable and need asylum, or effect his others see them unfairly.
(16.04.26)

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