Rome's Fall: A Warning on Unassimilated Migration

American Thinker, titled "Learn From The Romans: You Cannot Welcome Armed, Unassimilated Enemies," draws a historical parallel between the decline of the Roman Empire and contemporary immigration policies in the United States and the European Union. The author, Vince Coyner, argues that Rome's downfall in the 4th century AD was precipitated by its decision to allow large, unassimilated, and armed foreign groups to settle within its borders, a departure from its historical strategy of conquest and integration. Coyner contends that modern Western nations are repeating this historical error by allowing large numbers of immigrants from vastly different cultures to enter without demanding assimilation, leading to potential societal fragmentation. The piece highlights concerns that these new arrivals may not share core Western values and may even seek to alter the existing cultural and political landscape, referencing instances of civil unrest and differing allegiances. Ultimately, the author suggests that a failure to protect national culture and demand assimilation could lead to similar societal collapse as seen in ancient Rome, advocating for stricter immigration controls.

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