Migrant crisis: Clashes as Macedonia erects fence

Europe depend on the US to solve its issues. Now they pay the price as Obama was elected to cease the role of the US of being world police. Let Europe handle this mess. 

That is why I don't like this migrant situation. People should migrate to a place because of what they like about it. That sentiment can be determined during normal immigration processes. That is not possible when there is a refugee crises and people with bad intentions slip through the cracks. I am more in favor of destroying the evil elements in the middle east and if necessary, set up a system of compliance even if forced until the people over there learn to live amongst each other and by extension amongst other people of the world. The current Middle East situation is going to end only one way. That is the complete destruction of that region. They should be thankful even if their savior turn out to be an 'infidel' because we have already realized that they cannot save themselves from themselves and hopefully they too get to realize that.

We have a lot of Somalis refugees. They are constantly trying to go to Syria. Some small towns chase them out by not hiring any Somali. They know how to work the welfare system too.

Remember the saying

"We are here because you were there".

Many level headed leaders across the world including the late Pope John Paul advised against invading independent countries, Bush & Blair did not listen. 

Everybody knows how to work the welfare system. We saw a story of a well off Guyanese woman in Queens having to pay back nearly 100k for working the welfare system. I hope me and my family never have to work it.

I agree but right now Bush and Blair are enjoying their retirement while the Middle East is spiraling out of control. I am of the opinion that the cannot save themselves. Just ask Sagga bai. He will tell you that the Apocalypse has begun.

I have been here for 45 years and have never applied for any public assistance. I have too much pride to stand in a line for handout when I am capable of working. That is why I say regardless of the job you do, at least you are making an honest living.

That is good for you.

Meanwhile d2 and caribj are well versed on how to ride the system. 

I presume you say these things to make yourself feel good. Well, sorry dream on. 

This one of the best statements I have heard on GNI this year. Fair, Balanced and to the point.

No, as a stark contrast of attitudes. Skeldon man willingly deprive himself of benefits to which he is entitled just so there is enough for people like  you and caribj in the hour of need.

We are headed for an apocalyptic war in the ME.  It will be Russia/Iran/Shias Christians, etc on one side and the US/Israel and the allies of the terrorists House of Saud on the other.  Nato will find themselves split on this!

If it makes you feel good...believe what you must. It would not be different for your own imaginings of the glorious life. Some live it, others like you dream of it.

I do not know Caribj but I am sure he is sufficiently of a grounding to secure his life and not imagine it. I guess you and and your little school teacher white lady, my namesake by the way, can hack it, so can he.

I am certain that on slow periods at the dollar store you took advantage of social service to carry you over until business picked up. I myself used unemployment insurance in my early days in the US back in the 80's. There is no shame in seeking help in times of need.