At the end of January this year, I wrote to few US senators in response to the executive order banning people of color from entering the USA. The current US president would like to wield his influence to fill 120 judiciary spots. How do we maintain the checks and balances across the three branches of the US government as per founding fathers’ original design: legislative, executive and judiciary?
What can we do?
I’d like to ask you for your help to uphold the American Dream.
I ask you to address the latest Executive Order denying entry to those with legal right to enter the United States with dignity and respect they deserve.
I am a first generation immigrant. I’ve learned to think and speak in English, better than my mother tongue.
I am a naturalized United States citizen. I have served in the US military.
I’ve earned Army Commendation medal and Achievement medals. I’ve been part of the support command to ensure safe and timely deployment of thousands of soldiers.
I earned my coast guard license. I have added value to American employers. I have been called to and attended jury duty. I pay my taxes.
What if I hadn’t become an American citizen, but remained permanent resident, and from Iran? What if I had visited Iran to tour, conduct research, or meet business partners? Would I find myself in limbo, stuck at an airport? The country that I’ve been calling my home from childhood long lost to me, to find myself having to go to a place that thinks and operates different from my mind, though they look the same from the outside?
Permanent residents should be treated with the same care and respect we extend to our citizens, no matter their travel destinations and point of origin? Law abiding residents committed to live in the USA without causing harm, only adding value?
How about extending respect to our consulate and embassy staff? Have they not applied the latest immigration law by vetting and screening everyone allowed entry? Are we disrespecting their work and commitment? Do we break our promises? What message are we sending to our citizens, allies, and our enemies?
The American people deserve better. Please look out for the safety of our people in North America and those living abroad. How about US soldier, tourists and travelers scattered around the world?
I’d appreciate your reply on this matter soonest.