Dining across the divide: It was like a communist interrogation'
Briefly

A data engineer, Michael, who generally votes Conservative, abstained in the last two elections due to perceived similarities in party policies. Sophia, a 19-year-old student involved with the Workers party, presents a contrasting viewpoint. She finds Michael intriguing despite their differing political alignments. Michael stresses that migration should primarily benefit current citizens, arguing that unchecked migration doesn't serve this purpose. Sophia counters, explaining that migrants often leave their countries due to being undervalued there, thus questioning Michael's assertions on growth and migration.
Michael emphasized that the government's primary responsibility is to care for its citizens, arguing that migration should benefit those already living in the country. He expressed concerns that unchecked mass migration does not meet this criterion, pointing out how his journey as a legal immigrant from Canada shapes his views on immigration policy.
Sophia challenged Michael's perspective, noting that his argument about growth through migration fails to consider why migrants leave their countries. She stated that migrants are often seen as liabilities in their home countries, thus they seek opportunities elsewhere.
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