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Refugee Assimilation

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Speech on Refugee Assimilation Over the past week, I have read and learned about the struggles of those who have taken refuge in the US. I have come to the conclusion that in the United States of America, the treatment of refugees is subpar. There is constant stigma around being a refugee, struggling with English, and simply being different from the cultural norm. I believe it is absolutely necessary to respect and allow those who enter the US because of the fear of their own home to make one in our own abundant society. In Lowell, there is a maximum of only 240 refugees allowed per year to live in our city. They are given 90 days-- just 3 months -- to adjust to all aspects of our society. (Pak-Harvey) They are forced to pay back their

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