Florida is a welcoming state and has assimilated many peoples in its history. Our hearts all go out to these refugees and we all wish them safe passage. Here is an excerpt from the editorial today (9/9):
The world’s leaders have so far proven themselves unable and unwilling to stop Syria’s bloody civil war. But if they lack the will to address the sources of the conflict, they do not get a pass on addressing the needs of its victims.As they say, stay tuned.
The United States can do more to help Syria’s refugees, and Florida can lead the way. Florida’s elected officials should make it known to our leaders in Washington that we expect them to set an example for Europe and the world.
We know how to do this properly. After Haiti’s horrific 2010 earthquake, the United States granted temporary protected status to an estimated 58,000 Haitians, enabling them to work. Florida became their No. 1 destination.