Proponents argue that this strategy would bolster national security by minimizing the risk of potential terrorists entering the country. Enhanced screening processes, once implemented, would provide a more thorough assessment of applicants, reducing the likelihood of malicious actors gaining entry. Critics argue that such a policy might inadvertently promote discrimination by broadly categorizing individuals based on their nation of origin rather than specific, credible threat intelligence. It may strain diplomatic relations with the affected countries and potentially harm the perception of the nation enacting the ban, being seen as hostile or prejudiced towards certain international communities. Additionally, genuine refugees fleeing terrorism or persecution in their home countries might be unjustly denied safe haven.
60% Yes |
40% No |
60% Yes |
40% No |
See how support for each position on “High Risk Immigrant Ban” has changed over time for 4.9k New Zealand voters.
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Unique answers from New Zealand users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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They should have a quarantine set up for them so that they can find out as much as possible for the safety of not just us but also them
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think that the government should do standard safety and background checks before letting foreign citizens to enter the country
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I think immigrants from high risk countries should be allowed in but we should improve our ability to screen out potential terrorists as well.
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it depends on where and they should be revalued for a bit but discreetly for the first couple month.
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No, the usual procedure is when you are moving overseas you get checked on criminal background etc. They will exterminate your possibilities of moving overseas if you have a higher risk of causing trouble.
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No unless they find a significant way to test for threats without making it difficult for everyone else to apply
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