Does strict border control protect workers—or deny human rights?

Can a country be compassionate and secure at the same time? This question probes the tension between national borders and human dignity. Supporters of strict border control argue it protects workers, wages, and public resources, while critics see it as a system that dehumanizes migrants and denies basic rights. Where should a nation draw the line between enforcing law and extending compassion—and is it possible to do both without sacrificing justice or security?

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