Upon viewing the manner in which refugees are treated in many first world countries, such as France and Germany, it is unfortunate to realize the parallels between that and Nazi Germany’s treatment of the Jewish people. As a Jew, it is disheartening to view this reality and to realize much of the world does not feel the need nor urgency to provide aid or better conditions. One would hope with such a tragedy as the Holocaust occurring roughly 70 years ago, people would ensure something similar does not occur. Of course, in today’s world it is nearly impossible to ensure there are no altercations, fighting, or poverty between or for groups of people. But with today’s increased ability to help others and the ability to know exactly what is occurring in the areas of combat or destitution, it is more feasible and necessary to assist resolve these issues and diminish the casualties, especially those of innocent bystanders.

In countries such as France this unfortunate reality is exemplified. Refugees in France turn to self inflicted harm simply to achieve basic human rights as a citizen. Even doctors and immigration lawyers hope these people are “very sick” so they can utilize the illness clause to apply for documentation. This unfortunate reality further feeds to the point of the inhumane treatment of these people. Just recently a 10 year old girl from Mexico who had been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy was detained by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Even with her chronic and dire sickness, this little girl was immediately detained once they completed the surgery, and her parents were forced to choose between detainment and death.