Anslem Ifill is a legal permanent resident who has lived in the U.S. for 25 years—it is his home. So much so that he risked his own life to serve the country for eight years with the U.S Army. Now facing deportation Anslem asks, "How can you deport individuals who risk their lives for the very beliefs and freedoms of this country?" And we must ask another question, Is this what happens in a democracy?
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Our understanding of world events is based on information provided by the media, government, and historical accounts. Capitalism, media monopolies and a strong military industrial complex within our democracy provide fertile ground for corruption and propagation of untruths. How do we determine which "stories" are based on fact and which ones are propaganda intended to sway public opinion?