PDF Summary:Open Borders Inc., by Michelle Malkin

Open Borders Inc. by Michelle Malkin examines the forces driving the push for unrestricted immigration policies. Malkin delves into the economic incentives behind this agenda, from governments benefiting from remittances to companies seeking cheaper labor. She highlights the groups and institutions promoting open borders, including the Catholic Church, entertainment figures, businesses, and activist organizations backed by figures like George Soros.

The book also explores the consequences of permissive immigration, such as the strain on taxpayer-funded services and national security risks posed by potential terrorists entering as refugees. Malkin scrutinizes the refugee resettlement process and the violence of groups seeking to abolish immigration enforcement agencies like ICE.

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Malkin sharply criticizes the Vatican and its followers in the American Catholic community for deliberately distorting scriptural passages to justify supporting immigration that lacks legal sanction, advocating for the creation of safe havens and the resettlement of uprooted people – practices that economically advantage the church through state subsidies and the employment of low-cost labor.

The financial backing received by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, which includes $72 million primarily from government contracts and grants linked to refugee resettlement efforts, is significantly funded by taxpayer money.

In 2017, it was revealed that the group recognized for its opposition to strict border enforcement and criticism of Arizona's strict immigration laws, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, had received $72 million in government contracts and grants. The organization relies heavily on public funding for its operations, which it uses to push for the expansion of programs that resettle refugees and to support the implementation of policies that offer amnesty.

Catholic Charities, a prominent philanthropic organization in the United States, holds the thirteenth position in terms of size, with its annual revenue nearing $3.8 billion, mainly derived from government contracts and funding.

Michelle Malkin's investigative efforts uncover significant participation by the Catholic Church in the covert transportation of undocumented immigrants and refugees. The author cites Forbes, which ranks Catholic Charities as the thirteenth largest charity in the country, noting that it garners a substantial part of its nearly $4 billion annual revenue through agreements and funding provided by the government.

Hollywood plays a pivotal role in promoting more lenient immigration policies by financially supporting nonprofit organizations, actively engaging in protests, and weaving stories that evoke empathy for individuals without legal immigration status into their television productions.

The author strongly rebukes the Hollywood elite who, despite living within the protected confines of gated communities and having personal security, paradoxically condemn President Trump's efforts to strengthen the country's borders. Malkin skewers celebrities like Mindy Kaling and George Clooney for promoting amnesty and sanctuary, as well as financing leftist nonprofits that abet illegal immigration to the detriment of American citizens.

Influential individuals such as Mindy Kaling, Alyssa Milano, and George Clooney utilized the misleading image of Yanela Sanchez, who became famous as the "Crying Girl," to criticize President Trump and to generate financial support for organizations that assist undocumented immigrants.

Malkin delves into the "Crying Girl" media narrative, which received significant attention after celebrities like Jennifer Lopez promoted it on their social media accounts. The image of the weeping child, who was allegedly taken away from her mother by authorities enforcing immigration, ignited a wave of condemnation directed at President Trump's immigration policies and led to a significant surge in donations to the passionately pro-immigration group RAICES. The book discloses that Yanela Sanchez, known as the "Crying Girl," was never separated from her mother; indeed, her mother was the one who brought her from Honduras, paying a smuggler to facilitate their unauthorized passage across the border.

Jose Antonio Vargas of Define American leads an initiative to normalize undocumented residency and blur the distinction between lawful and unlawful immigration within popular television series such as Grey's Anatomy.

The writer highlights the significant influence of Jose Antonio Vargas, an undocumented Filipino journalist, in Hollywood's efforts to make the distinction between legal and illegal immigration less clear. Vargas, who secured positions at the Washington Post and other prominent media outlets by utilizing fake identification and altering documents, has been notably backed by the Open Society Foundations, which are financed by George Soros, in his efforts to advocate for the idea of unrestricted immigration. Vargas's nonprofit Define American was responsible for creating a "Grey's Anatomy" episode titled "Beautiful Dreamer," which portrayed undocumented immigrants sympathetically and cast immigration officers in an unfavorable light as they carried out their responsibilities.

Other Perspectives

• The Catholic Church's support for immigrants may be rooted in its religious and moral teachings, emphasizing compassion and aid for the vulnerable, rather than financial incentives.
• Government funding for organizations like the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and Catholic Charities for refugee resettlement could be seen as fulfilling a public good by aiding those in need, which aligns with the government's role in social services.
• The involvement of Hollywood and celebrities in advocating for lenient immigration policies could be driven by genuine concern for human rights and the well-being of immigrants, rather than a desire to undermine national well-being.
• The use of storytelling in media, including TV shows like "Grey's Anatomy," to portray the lives of undocumented immigrants can foster empathy and understanding, contributing to a more informed and nuanced public discourse on immigration.
• The narrative around the "Crying Girl" and other similar stories, even if inaccurately reported, can highlight the broader truth of the hardships faced by many immigrants, which can be a legitimate area of public concern and action.
• Advocacy for undocumented immigrants by individuals like Jose Antonio Vargas and organizations like Define American may aim to address the complexities of immigration law and the reality that many undocumented residents are integrated, contributing members of society.
• The financial support of nonprofit organizations by celebrities and others might reflect a commitment to social justice and the use of their platforms to support causes they believe in, which is a legitimate form of civic engagement.

The controversies and security concerns associated with America's program for resettling refugees

Malkin reveals the significant costs and concealed organizations that have a vested interest, as well as the grave threats to the nation's security that arise from the relocation of refugees into the United States. The book describes several cases in which Muslim refugees, having sought refuge to escape persecution in their homelands, later carried out acts of terrorism against the very nations that had provided them with a safe haven.

Individuals granted asylum from predominantly Islamic countries have committed acts of terrorism on U.S. soil after being allowed entry.

This section of the book highlights the disturbing increase in terrorist plots executed by Muslim refugees who gained entry into the United States by employing deceptive tactics.

Shirwa Ahmed, who received asylum status when he was young in the United States, carried out a bombing in Somalia in 2008.

The author chronicles the sorrowful tale of Shirwa Ahmed, who came to the United States as a youthful refugee, only to meet his end in a 2008 suicide bombing in Mogadishu.

In 2015, an individual seeking refuge from Uzbekistan formulated a strategy to set off bombs in a crowded area in Boise, Idaho, aiming to wreak havoc similar to the devastation of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing.

The writer highlights the situation of Fazliddin Kurbanov, who arrived in the United States with his family under the false pretense of being Orthodox Christians, despite professing to be a Muslim escaping religious persecution. The FBI detained him as he was in the midst of plotting a bombing in Idaho.

The U.N. Refugee Agency's past is tainted by instances of corruption, poor administration, deceit, and sexual misdeeds perpetrated against those it was established to assist.

Malkin sheds light on the concerning elements of the United Nations' program for resettling refugees, which is marked by a past replete with fraud, abuse, corruption, and exploitation.

The distribution of fake identity papers, purportedly endorsed by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, to assist in relocating refugees to wealthier nations.

The author exposes the misconduct of U.N. refugee officials involved in devising schemes to produce fake documents, extorting money from migrants for help with their resettlement, and providing counterfeit UNHCR identity cards in Malaysia for amounts up to $1,000.

The Internal Audit Division of the Office of Internal Oversight Services, in Report 2016/034, described the handling of roughly one billion dollars set aside for refugee aid as "unsatisfactory."

Malkin cites a 2016 internal critique that reproaches the U.N. Refugee Agency for its inadequate safeguarding of the substantial taxpayer funds designated for refugee support programs.

Other Perspectives

• While some individuals from predominantly Islamic countries have committed acts of terrorism, the vast majority of refugees do not engage in such activities and seek only safety and a peaceful life.
• Highlighting the actions of a few individuals like Shirwa Ahmed should not overshadow the positive contributions and peaceful integration of countless other refugees.
• The case of the individual from Uzbekistan represents a rare security lapse and not the norm; many refugees undergo rigorous vetting processes before being granted asylum.
• The U.N. Refugee Agency, despite past instances of corruption and mismanagement, has also been instrumental in providing vital assistance to millions of refugees worldwide.
• Efforts have been made to reform the U.N. Refugee Agency and improve accountability and transparency in response to past criticisms.
• The report by the Internal Audit Division of the Office of Internal Oversight Services is an example of the U.N.'s own mechanisms for oversight and improvement, indicating a willingness to address and rectify issues.

Organizations like the Open Society Foundations contribute to the facilitation and support of people moving across borders without formal immigration papers.

This chapter explores how activist groups intentionally arrange the creation of caravans and the surge of people illicitly entering countries, backed by a global initiative involving numerous faith-based institutions and organizations receiving financial backing from George Soros and the United Nations.

The benefits reaped by those coordinating undocumented migrant processions stem from previous permissive policies in the United States.

The book explores the backgrounds of Irineo Mujica and Elvira Arellano, two key figures whose advocacy was ignited by the enduring U.S. policy that indirectly encourages unauthorized entry into the country, a stance that they have benefited from personally.

Irineo Mujica, the head of Pueblo Sin Fronteras, obtained his legal residency in the United States through a Reagan-era amnesty initiative and later founded organizations that promote the removal of border constraints.

Malkin delves into the history of Irineo Mujica, who leads Pueblo Sin Fronteras, an organization involved in the transportation of undocumented immigrants, revealing that his family members entered the United States without authorization, found employment despite their lack of legal status, and ultimately took advantage of the widespread amnesty for undocumented immigrants granted by Ronald Reagan in 1986.

Elvira Arellano, who played a key role in founding La Familia Latina Unida and repeatedly evaded deportation from the United States while obtaining her residency through dishonest methods, inspired Mujica's actions to challenge the authority of the United States.

The book explores the narrative of a woman who established La Familia Latina Unida and who, on three distinct instances, successfully evaded deportation, an experience that has strengthened and directed Mujica's resolve to confront the power of the United States.

The vast network of shelters, NGOs, and international agencies coordinated and subsidized by George Soros working to erase borders

Malkin describes a network that includes non-profit organizations, philanthropic foundations, and political allies with progressive leanings, all supported financially by a generous sponsor, providing a suite of services such as legal support, monetary help, healthcare, social services, and housing assistance to individuals without official documentation from regions including Mexico and Central America. Evidence of his involvement is apparent throughout.

The International Organization for Migration received funding from the U.S. State Department, which was allocated to programs aiding migrants who cross borders without official authorization, and this effort was undertaken in collaboration with the charitable network initiated by the financier George Soros.

The book highlights that the International Organization for Migration, which works in conjunction with prominent philanthropist George Soros, is instrumental in advocating for the management of worldwide migration and has been significantly supported by funds from American taxpayers via a grant from the State Department, aimed at aiding individuals in their efforts to traverse borders in manners that are often not officially approved.

Soros Open Society Foundations’ funding of Doctors Without Borders, which operates mobile clinics and shelters across Mexico to assist border trespassers, in addition to funding similar organizations providing illegal alien transportation services by sea

The author highlights the collaborative work of Soros's Open Society Foundations in funding and coordinating groups that incentivize and facilitate illegal alien border crossings, including Doctors Without Borders’ mobile clinics and shelters across Mexico and Soros-funded NGO fleets transporting migrants across the Mediterranean to Europe.

Other Perspectives

• The Open Society Foundations and similar organizations argue that their work is to protect human rights and provide humanitarian aid, rather than to encourage illegal immigration.
• Many faith-based institutions and NGOs involved in aiding migrants emphasize their commitment to upholding international laws and human rights, rather than facilitating illegal border crossings.
• The characterization of permissive policies as solely beneficial to those coordinating migrant caravans is debated; proponents argue that such policies can also reflect humanitarian values and the complex realities of migration.
• The amnesty initiative of the Reagan era was a legal provision passed by Congress and signed by the President, which proponents argue was a one-time adjustment that recognized the contributions of undocumented immigrants to the U.S. economy and society.
• The actions of individuals like Irineo Mujica and Elvira Arellano are often seen by supporters as acts of civil disobedience in the face of immigration systems they view as unjust, rather than simply benefiting from permissive policies.
• The work of NGOs and international agencies is often in response to crises and is aimed at providing essential services to vulnerable populations, which they argue is different from actively working to "erase borders."
• Funding from the U.S. State Department and other sources to organizations like the International Organization for Migration is typically intended for humanitarian assistance and to manage migration in a safe, orderly, and regular manner, rather than to support illegal activities.
• Doctors Without Borders and similar organizations maintain that their operations are neutral, impartial, and independent, focusing on providing medical care to those in need, regardless of their legal status.

The dialogue and organization of discussions concerning immigration and national security, which involve efforts to abolish ICE and the use of entities like the Southern Poverty Law Center to suppress opposing viewpoints.

The final section of the book delves into the radical leftist groups that have normalized open-borders ideology and violence against immigration enforcers and defenders of U.S. sovereignty – on the ground and online.

The campaign to abolish ICE seeks to undermine immigration enforcement by inciting societal unrest and normalizing the endorsement of unrestricted border policies among progressively-oriented Democratic lawmakers.

The book depicts the connection between extreme left-wing activists who commit violent actions against ICE staff and their right-wing equivalents, as well as the increasing movement among prominent Democrats campaigning to abolish ICE.

Sean McElwee, a socialist activist, calls for the total abolition of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency instead of merely proposing a reduction in its funding.

Malkin emphasizes that Sean McElwee, a socialist recognized for popularizing the term "Dismantle ICE," has the goal of not just reforming the agency but also of eradicating all rules that oversee immigration.

In Portland, Oregon, the Occupy ICE PDX initiative united extreme anarchists with a shared goal of disassembling what they saw as heavily militarized enforcement bodies, pushing for the abolition of criminal consequences for migration, and the eradication of national boundaries.

The author conducts an in-depth examination of the Occupy ICE PDX movement in Portland, which was masterminded by anarchists aiming to completely abolish both ICE and the U.S. Border Patrol.

The Southern Poverty Law Center has become a key partner for Silicon Valley, significantly contributing to the normalization of financial warfare strategies used against conservative writers and advocates.

The book presents a persuasive case that the Southern Poverty Law Center has detrimentally affected the safety, standing, and professional lives of conservative activists and journalists dedicated to peaceful and non-violent advocacy. Malkin demonstrates how deeply the influence of the SPLC has infiltrated various sectors, including U.S. media organizations and the divisions that oversee trust and safety at tech companies in Silicon Valley.

The collaboration between Google and the Southern Poverty Law Center, recognized as a credible entity, contributes to the limitation of conservative content on YouTube.

The writer exposes that, although they claim to support "diversity" and the unrestricted exchange of ideas, Google has partnered with the Southern Poverty Law Center, which has had a considerable impact on the regulation of material on YouTube deemed "hateful." Malkin cites Sundar Pichai's 2018 testimony to Congress, where he identified the SPLC as a trustworthy organization for overseeing content, a distinction it shares with more than a hundred other groups and governmental entities, the majority of which lean to the political left, and all are tied by agreements of secrecy.

Chase Bank and PayPal have admitted that their actions to terminate the accounts of individuals with traditional conservative beliefs or those who support stringent enforcement of immigration laws were swayed by discussions with an organization known for its legal advocacy, the Southern Poverty Law Center.

The author recounts how Chase Bank and PayPal relied on the SPLC to assist them in purging accounts of mainstream conservative and right-leaning activists and journalists, including Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes, anti-jihad activist Laura Loomer, and Big League Politics reporter Luke Rohlfing – who was banned for simply exposing how PayPal had been allowing the illegal alien aid group, Pueblo Sin Fronteras, to raise money for caravans openly defying federal immigration laws.

Other Perspectives

• The campaign to abolish ICE is often framed as a call for more humane and just immigration policies, rather than an attempt to undermine lawful immigration enforcement.
• Advocates for the abolition of ICE may argue that the agency has overstepped its bounds and that its functions could be better served by other existing law enforcement entities.
• Movements like Occupy ICE PDX can be seen as expressions of democratic dissent and the exercise of free speech, reflecting concerns about the militarization of immigration enforcement.
• Critics of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) may argue that it has at times mischaracterized or too broadly defined "hate groups," which could unfairly tarnish the reputations of certain organizations or individuals.
• Google's partnership with the SPLC for content regulation on YouTube could be viewed as an attempt to balance freedom of expression with the responsibility to prevent the spread of hate speech and misinformation.
• Financial institutions like Chase Bank and PayPal may defend their actions as attempts to comply with anti-discrimination policies and to distance themselves from groups or individuals that violate their terms of service.
• The influence of the SPLC on tech companies and financial institutions could be seen as part of broader efforts to promote a safe and inclusive environment for all users and customers, rather than as a targeted campaign against conservative voices.