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ah, i am getting at least some semi-automated pushback from my email to the white house opposing the large-scale importation of muslims. this means they are most likely actually counting pro vs con emails:

The White House, Washington

Since the attacks in Paris, many have asked about our process for admitting Syrian refugees into this country.

I understand the anxiety that many Americans are feeling right now. And as Secretary of Homeland Security, I share with President Obama the top priority of keeping the American people safe. So let me be clear about what this process of vetting and resettling refugees looks like.

It's important to remember, we're focused on admitting the most vulnerable Syrians -- this means mostly women, children and families. Second, anyone who applies for and is approved for refugee status in the United States, including Syrians, must first go through a rigorous security screening process.

Watch this video I narrated to see exactly what a potential refugee goes through to resettle in the U.S.:

Secretary Johnson on the Refugee Screening Process

Taking in refugees at times of crisis is simply the right thing to do. It's who we are as a Nation.

And we can continue to ensure our own security, while doing our share to welcome refugees fleeing violence, looking to America as their beacon of hope and freedom.

This is the United States of America. We can, we must, and we will do both these things.

Thank you,

Jeh Johnson
Secretary of Homeland Security
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here is my reply:

No, taking in Muslim refugees is the wrong thing to do.

1. We can help them more cost-effectively with $16,000 per person pretty much anywhere else.
2. Islam is diametrically opposed to democracy, freedom of speech, and freedom of religion it its most basic text.

I am all for helping fellow human beings in need, but I am asking everyone I know to vote against anyone who supports bringing more Muslims to America. Islam itself is a severe threat to our most basic values.

Patrick

please send your own objections, here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/contact