Children should be sent countries of origin

Where is my compassion? Truthfully, while children are again being used as pawns in a political battle, they should not be allowed in this country but returned to their country of origin.

Our citizens are exposed to medical maladies these children bring.

Those who claim we are cruel and inhumane should think about the impact of reintroducing such illnesses on our children and elderly, especially. Financial burden to already over-burdened taxpayers is not the only issue. Preventing U.S. citizens being exposed to illnesses because they lack immunity is wrong, just as the Indians of so long ago suffered and died when pilgrims brought illnesses with them.

Think of our children and elderly first. Return the children and let leaders of those native countries accept responsibility for the safety and well-being of their citizens. That is the right thing to do.

If we provide aid of any form to that government, we should deduct all costs expended for each child from that country’s aid. Surely that is reasonable.

Rosemary Scott

Salem