The Trump-Vance campaign's decision to promote unfounded claims about Haitians allegedly stealing pets epitomizes how hate rhetoric threatens cities like Springfield, which rely on immigration for economic revival.
Immigrant communities have been central to the revival of many small cities, combating the decline faced by larger areas, especially in the context of rising right-wing extremism.
Small cities attracting immigrants often do so due to lower housing costs and the presence of earlier settlers, nurturing cultural communities that contribute positively to local economies.
Regions left behind by the modern economy face a real threat from hate-based narratives, as evidenced by a recent history of escalating rhetoric and bomb threats.
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