The American Independent on “illegal aliens”

The language we use in our laws, our institutional documents, our policy documents—it matters. It's true for companies and organizations like non-profits. And it's true for state and federal policy as well. One phrase that is finally coming under real consideration is "illegal alien."

Dr Wertheim spoke to The American Independent about the states that are working to move away from the phrase "illegal alien."

If you don't have time to read the full article, the key takeaway is to never say "illegal alien" or "an illegal."

Instead, say "undocumented person." And, if appropriate to an individual's situation, "asylum seeker" and "refugee" are also good terms to use.

Read the article here: The American Independent