Informative and thoughtful discussion. Frum shares personal reflections that are very meaningful. Well worth listening to this interview.

Headlines don't get into al the details. There's a super expensive advertising campaign and people who leave can receive a free plane ticket and a $1000. Not many people using the program. But who is the target audience for the pricey ads? (It's in the article.)

I'm sure people in law enforcement deal with fake ID frequently. Like my underage friends in the bar did, for example. Still, it is sad that there are people who feel like they must have ID on them. And when she asked ICE to just verify her ID but they wouldn't bother... oh my. So bad.

Very interesting story, taking the reader through a cast of characters and themes. Unfortunate what one "total fucking bullshitter" can inflict.

A less common usage of the word "argue" but it's how people exchange ideas. I would argue that the usage of the word "argue" is correct here!

It’s a mindset really. For people who are physically able, walking to a location should be the default.

I wonder how many commenters read the article. Why not comment on the content of The Article rather than the topic in general?

I sometimes feel nostalgic for the plans that I had on deck for road trips in the US. But for the foreseeable future, any travel will be within Canada and to other continents.

"All of the above is true." That's what matters.

Important stories to tell. All of these dismissals will have a big impact in the future. It's important that the staff shortages in this critical area are on record.

She's a wonderful historian/writer. Love her knowledge and her thoughtful perspective. She is kind and respectful on-line but also brave.