The Syrian refugee crisis, the difference between refugees and general immigration, and hard choices for nation-states Show Notes We discuss the problems that face major nation-states trying to respond to the massive refugee crisis in Europe. We also look at the complex relationship between nations on topics like this in a “global world” (nice, Chris) and suggest that Americans both invest actively in making things better and chill out a bit insofar as we don’t live in Europe. Previously on the Show * 1.12: Political Appinations – in which we talked (among other things) about the value of more local politics * 4.06: Kickstarting a Hyperlocal Super-Farm – in which we talked about local governance in the context of the * 4.07: A Muscle-Flexing Flyby – in which we talked about Russia * 4.09: A Ghost in Singapore – in which John O’Nolan exhorted people to be charitable in their assessments of businesses Music * “Come Down” by Water District. Used by permission. * “Winning Slowly Theme” by Chris Krycho. Do you hear that? It’s the sound of there not being any sweet remixes yet. Someday. Someday. Sponsors Many thanks to the people who help us make this show possible by their financial support! This month’s sponsors: * Andrew Fallows * Jeremy W. Sherman * Jeremy Cherfas If you’d like to support the show, you can make a pledge at Patreon or give directly via Square Cash. Respond We love to hear your thoughts. Hit us up via Twitter, Facebook, or email!