The author made a very valid point in his editorial, “But that should be only after visa applicants and their patrons undergo every reasonable measure of scrutiny.” America is a very powerful country, and full of immigrants. Several people are trying to come into the country, including students who want to earn a degree. Being a country that believes in second opportunities and the pursuit of happiness it might be easy to oversee some requirements when attaining a student visa. I don’t think many people would even think that terrorist would take advantage of a student visa to further their plans. It is very unsettling to know that a terrorist could go undetected until obvious signs of him attempting to attain chemicals to make a bomb. I completely agree with the author in taking more precautions and being more attentive when issuing visas.
The author was very credible using the Institute of International Education as a source. While reading the reader can notice, as a concerned citizen, that something could easily happen to endanger our lives. Therefore we should take any necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the nation. It has nothing to do with being racist of course there would be equal treatment to everyone not just taking more precautions on middle eastern students. I understand his point and would hope that others understand it as well for everyone safety.
I think it was a good editorial raising awareness to what is going on. Something that is very easily fixable. What more evidence do people need, a death? I believe its perfect timing and the government should get stated on more requirements when applying for a visa.
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