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The Tremendous Upside of Humanitarian Sponsorship for Escapees of Authoritarianism
Sep 18, 2023
David Bier, an expert in parole sponsorship, discusses the benefits of 'parole sponsorship' for people fleeing unstable or authoritarian regimes in the US. The podcast explores the expansion of parole for individuals from various countries under the Biden administration. It also highlights the positive impact of sponsorship programs in facilitating legal entry and reducing illegal crossings. The flexibility and benefits of sponsorship for escapees of authoritarianism, such as temporary housing and legal entry mechanisms, are discussed, along with the challenges faced by the program, including funding constraints and a backlog of applications.
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- The Biden administration has revitalized the parole sponsorship program, providing a legal pathway for migration that reduces chaos at the border.
- The success of the parole sponsorship program highlights the value of mutual consent and flexible arrangements between sponsors and beneficiaries.
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Revolutionary parole sponsorship program helps people escaping authoritarian rule
The Biden administration has revitalized the parole sponsorship program to aid those fleeing from authoritarian rule, proving to be a transformative effort. Initially applied to Ukraine, the program's success prompted expansions to include Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. By connecting individuals with sponsors in the United States, the program offers a legal pathway for migration that reduces the chaos at the border. As a result, border patrol apprehensions have decreased while legal entries have increased, providing relief to both migrants and authorities.
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