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Senator Cory Booker’s remarks praising Somali refugees have reignited a fierce national debate over immigration, integration, and America’s future. Speaking about refugee communities, Booker argued that Somali refugees have had a net positive impact on the United States, citing their contributions to local economies, neighborhoods, and civic life.Supporters say his comments highlight stories that are often ignored refugee families building businesses, joining the workforce, and raising the next generation of Americans. Critics, however, argue that the issue deserves tougher scrutiny, pointing to broader concerns about border security, public resources, and cultural integration.As Democrats emphasize humanitarian values and inclusion, Republicans continue to call for stricter enforcement and reduced refugee admissions.Booker’s statement has quickly spread across social media, drawing strong reactions from voters nationwide. Some see it as a defense of America’s identity as a nation of immigrants, while others view it as out of touch with everyday economic pressures facing working Americans.As immigration remains a defining political fault line, one question continues to divide the country: What kind of nation does America want to be moving forward?