My opinion, for what its worth:
A GENUINE refugee has not taken the time to 'research' which countries are the best to flee to if their life is in danger. They have fled and then claimed asylum to save their lives in the first safe country they have made it to. If they have time to 'shop' around to figure out who gives the best benefits, then I would surmise their life is not in danger but 'uncomfortable'.
Rish: While I agree with what you are saying, you are saying this from the comfort of your computer in a Canadian home. You know the ins and outs of the process and have heard the good, the bad and the ugly from posts of those from other countries. If you were in your native country just trying to survive would you really turn down the US as a safe haven given that you haven't had access to forums and other desirable information? I suspect not. On the note of refugee 'jail'. The ones who land in jail have committed criminal offenses. Jails were never meant to be comfortable, you are there for a crime. If you don't want to be uncomfortable, then don't commit a crime.
Just my 2 cents. You can leave change on the desk if you like
A GENUINE refugee has not taken the time to 'research' which countries are the best to flee to if their life is in danger. They have fled and then claimed asylum to save their lives in the first safe country they have made it to. If they have time to 'shop' around to figure out who gives the best benefits, then I would surmise their life is not in danger but 'uncomfortable'.
Rish: While I agree with what you are saying, you are saying this from the comfort of your computer in a Canadian home. You know the ins and outs of the process and have heard the good, the bad and the ugly from posts of those from other countries. If you were in your native country just trying to survive would you really turn down the US as a safe haven given that you haven't had access to forums and other desirable information? I suspect not. On the note of refugee 'jail'. The ones who land in jail have committed criminal offenses. Jails were never meant to be comfortable, you are there for a crime. If you don't want to be uncomfortable, then don't commit a crime.
Just my 2 cents. You can leave change on the desk if you like