Posts by Daman Saini
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Polity: Refugees and aid - we’re laggards, in reply to BenWilson,
Why is it that everyone here is disputing my views and not going out there and helping ? I doubt commenting and proving your facts on a blog is going to do anything, people who are keyboard warriors, need to contribute, by actually helping.
As I said earlier, I don't doubt that Syrians are fluent in English, I doubt all are.I was exploring the possibilities and different opinions on this topic, it was part of an assignment, I am a third year coms student. I'd like to thank everyone for their opinions and views. Great discussion. I probably have a lot to learn about this topic.
Thanks !
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Polity: Refugees and aid - we’re laggards, in reply to Sofie Bribiesca,
I agree, that war is expensive and the money spent fighting a pointless war can be used to re home people. But language barrier will still be an issue, I’m talking in terms of employment. Maybe we can first help these refugees learn English so their transition into the work force is easier.
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Polity: Refugees and aid - we’re laggards, in reply to Bart Janssen,
You're very logical. Must say
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Polity: Refugees and aid - we’re laggards, in reply to Steve Barnes,
But we are just assuming the fact that “these people” are highly educated, I don’t doubt that they are, but I doubt all of them are. Are we talking about settling them in state houses? Or will we try and establish some other deal so they have shelter?
In a state of international emergency, providing assistance is the right thing to do, but other people in this discussion have mentioned that we are facing child poverty issues, which are not being addressed, but immense focus has been put on the refugees, don’t you think we should clean up our backyard first before we go solving other issues?
I’ve found some numbers here , I think they are excessive, but that is just my opinion. There is a lot of tension about me supporting national, I don’t. I support people who are looking out for the good of New Zealand, and are not wasting money on war. I’ve just stated the facts I’ve found through journalists.
At the end of June 2015:
• 285,349 working-age* people were receiving a main benefit
• ten percent of the working-age population of New Zealand** were receiving a main benefit
• over half (58%) of main benefit recipients were female, and 42 percent were male
• forty-one percent of main benefit recipients were receiving Jobseeker Support, 33 percent were receiving Supported Living Payment and 24 percent were receiving Sole Parent Support
• around three-quarters (74%) of main benefit recipients had been receiving a benefit continuously for more than one year. -
Polity: Refugees and aid - we’re laggards, in reply to ,
Hi Steven, I meant that the refugees are in shock because they fled their homes. Also, they will suffer culture shock when they arrive in New Zealand, as most people do anyway, which isn't a big deal as overtime people get used to New Zealand, and how things function.
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I can see that a lot of people are sensitive regarding this topic and obviously hate National. Which is fine.
Give me few moments here to gather my research and address your concerns.
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Polity: Refugees and aid - we’re laggards, in reply to Steve Barnes,
Nice to see you keep up with research, but my question remains unanswered. Where will they work? and live?
When language becomes a barrier, things can go downhill. But we need to understand that the refugees are in a state of shock, which requires immense care.
There are many opportunities for skilled migrants especially in Auckland but as I mentioned before, communication will be a barrier.
Its nice to see that ” The refugees will first be screened by the UN refugee agency, the UNHCR. However they must also meet Immigration NZ’s requirements and undergo security and health checks”.The Security Intelligence Service also does security checks on those selected.
A spokeswoman for Mr Woodhouse said that was to ensure they were not a security risk of ‘character of concern’ before they are allowed in”
We can now rule out that the government will ensure that New Zealand is not under any potential threats.Key mentioned that each refugee costs more then 80,000 in health, housing, education, immigration and social development. There are also claims that eighty thousand dollars can also buy life-changing surgery for more then 170 women in the Third World. So how should we look at this? Do you think our government has been doing the right things so far, where does New Zealand’s economy fit in, when talking about migrant jobs? is there any increase in the job market?, which the refugees can take advantage of?
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MMM Steve agrees?
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Polity: Refugees and aid - we’re laggards, in reply to Steve Barnes,
I think you over complicated my comment about a potential threat, what I meant was that people who do not possess legitimate documents to verify who they really are, or if they are associated with terrorist groups. New Zealand is a peaceful country, and the last thing we need is a potential threat, which can be diffused if proper documents are provided.
I am not targeting the refugees, and calling them a terrorist, my main concern is their paperwork.
On the other hand however, we don't have room, we have an immigration issue.
Where are these people going to work, live. Are they going to go on a benefit? There are too many people already abusing it. We don't have room. Where are the statistics which show we have room? -
I'l be very interested in what others have to say about a potential terrorist threat?