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Refugees and Border Control | Bradley Hillier-Smith


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Bradley Hillier-Smith argues that states have a duty not to harm refugees, and a duty to improve the lives of refugees. He argues that wealthier nations, therefore, have an obligation to accept and support at least some refugees.


But what is the impact of refugee policies on citizens? And just how far do our obligations go toward helping refugees?


[00:00] Introduction to Refugee Crisis


[00:11] Personal Account of Calais Camp Clearance


[03:21] State Obligations and Negative Duties


[09:18] Different Types of Refugees


[15:24] Balancing State Interests and Refugee Rights


[23:03] Objections and Counter Arguments


[38:18] Challenges in Refugee Resettlement


[40:48] Moral Obligations and Fire Escape Analogy


[42:13] Global Responsibility and Northern States


[47:43] Positive Duty and the Drowning Child


[55:02] Screening Refugees and Security Concerns


[01:01:57] Balancing Interests and Moral Duties


[01:10:15] Concluding Thoughts on Refugee Rights

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