What's missing in the global debate over refugees

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April 16, 2018 Today's TED Talk What's missing in the global debate over refugees 04:27 minutes · TED2018 In the ongoing debate over refugees, we hear from everyone -- from politicians who pledge border controls to citizens who fear they'll lose their jobs -- everyone, that is, except migrants themselves. Why are they coming? Journalist and TED Fellow Yasin Kakande explains what compelled him and many others to flee their homelands, urging a more open discussion and a new perspective. Because humanity's story, he reminds us, is a story of migration: "There are no restrictions that could ever be so rigorous to stop the wave of migration that has determined our human history," he says. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Refugees welcome Not since World War II have so many people been forcibly displaced by war and persecution. Talks on why it's important to help refugees thrive, and personal stories of starting over. Watch » 11 talks · Total run time 2:49:15   Download the TED app

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