Free Thoughts The Case for Open Borders (with Bryan Caplan & Zach Weinersmith)
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Nov 29, 2019 AI Snips
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Immigration as a Huge Injustice
- Immigration is one of the greatest injustices ignored by many in developed countries.
- Denying someone the right to move due to birth country is an accepted but profound injustice.
Location Drives Productivity
- Productivity differences largely depend on location, not just individual skill.
- Internet work lessens location importance but hasn't eliminated its impact on income.
Pre-assimilation Eases Integration
- Modern immigrants often speak English and assimilate culturally before arrival.
- This pre-assimilation differs greatly from immigrant experiences a century ago.