Introduction to “Reshaping the World: Rethinking Borders”

Introduction to “Reshaping the World: Rethinking Borders”

This paper provides some historical context to understand border formations. By comprehending how our present system of borders and exclusions function, we can gain a new appreciation for migration. Moreover, it presents arguments for open borders to counter anti-immigrant policies, includes short s...

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Main Author: Ernesto Castañeda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-11-01
Series:Social Sciences
Subjects:
border walls
fences
limited migration
open borders
free movement
regionalism
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0760/9/11/214
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limited migration
open borders
free movement
regionalism
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description This paper provides some historical context to understand border formations. By comprehending how our present system of borders and exclusions function, we can gain a new appreciation for migration. Moreover, it presents arguments for open borders to counter anti-immigrant policies, includes short summaries of relevant research, as well as for each article included in this Special Issue. Together, these articles show how more welcoming policies towards immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers do not threaten popular sovereignty but, conversely, strengthen both democracy and local rights.
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fences
limited migration
open borders
free movement
regionalism
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