Contrasting Persecution: A Study of Free Speech and Immigration in America

This chapter explores the disparities in political persecution between Turkey and the United States, particularly focusing on free speech and personal experiences related to healthcare and the American dream. It further delves into the complexities of immigration detention, the harsh realities faced by immigrants, and the systemic injustices of for-profit prisons. The conversation raises critical questions about the role of the Department of Homeland Security and its sub-agency ICE, highlighting the troubling implications of their unchecked powers on American democracy.