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Dutch news, in your languageSunday, 27 September 2026No. 18,259

Asylum and Migration

Abolishing borders requires the creation of a New Man, I fear

de Volkskrant27 September · 15:001 hour ago

The columnist argues that abolishing national borders is unrealistic and dangerous, citing historical failures of ideologies like fascism and communism to create a perfect human. The author contends that borders are necessary to protect democratic societies from those with malicious intent, pointing to Ukraine, the Baltic states, and Finland as examples where borders serve as vital defenses against autocratic aggression. Furthermore, the text suggests that nation-states foster social cohesion and solidarity within communities, allowing for inclusive integration without excluding newcomers who are willing to assimilate.

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