Can strict border controls coexist with true human rights protection?
After working in refugee support for three years, I've seen how easy it is for governments to prioritize national security over individual rights. But when we accept restrictions on privacy or freedom of movement for certain groups, does that erode the very foundation of human rights for everyone? I'm torn between practical necessities and the slippery slope argument, but I keep coming back to the question: can a society truly protect human rights while also enforcing strict border controls?