I’m not a political person by nature. But even still, I can’t avoid the constant drumbeat of the immigration debate, banging on by people on all sides. So what do we do? Build a wall? Not quite.
Walls don’t make a whole lot of sense from a very simple standpoint. That’s all they are. If the goal is keeping people one side, wouldn’t you also consider building a ceiling? A wall without a ceiling is like a box without a top. In other words, a package that would be soundly rejected by even the most apathetic postal employee for improper wrapping.
A fence is a half-measure, though at least it functions without another ceiling installation. They work on their own. No one ever proposes doors, ones with locks and handles, bells and knockers. It adds a certain formality to the border crisis. “Just a second. Who could that be, honey? I’ll go check.”
A curtain would do wonders, especially considering the humidity in the region, giving the crossing a sense of theatricality it’s clearly missing. Or maybe a beaded entrance could add to the pomp of it all. Instead of security, why not border attendant with mints and hand towels on hand? If the pandemic taught us anything it’s that you can never wash your hands too much. Why not make it easier on everyone with a professional?
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