A weakening economy and increasing political repression are forcing ever more Chinese people to emigrate. Spurred by TikTok, many are seeking more sustainable conditions in the United States.

  • rhythmisaprancer@moist.catsweat.com
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    8 months ago

    I live in a rural town (1 hour+ drive in any drection to the next town) and I could see this being a good thing if implemented correctly. This town isn’t equipped for an influx of any people, but has vacant lots that could be turned into a variety of housing. There aren’t a lot of jobs, but I would think more people would mean more things could be offered. Potentially great way to invest in rural areas!

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      8 months ago

      Heck yeah! Remember, the alternative would be these immigrants being unable to immigrate to the US!

      If they would prefer to stay outside of the US rather than live in rural America, nobody is forcing them to come!

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          8 months ago

          Seeing two of your comments now, I feel you have a bit of a bee in your bonnet about immigrants being forced to live places?

          Care to share more? I don’t mean to pre-judge you, I just feel there’s more behind your feelings on the matter than I understand yet.

          • WldFyre@lemm.ee
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            8 months ago

            How about, and this might be a little crazy, not forcing people to live somewhere?