特稿丨借“国家安全”幌子行种族歧视之实——美国入境限制令引发广泛质疑和批评

Core Viewpoint - The recent U.S. entry restrictions on citizens from 12 countries under the guise of "national security" have sparked widespread criticism and are perceived as discriminatory policies that could damage the U.S.'s image and credibility [1][4]. Group 1: Impact on Individuals - Many individuals, particularly students, have expressed confusion, anxiety, and anger over the sudden entry restrictions, which have disrupted their plans to study or reunite with family in the U.S. [2][3]. - Specific cases highlight the emotional and financial toll on affected individuals, such as a Sudanese student whose plans to attend Stanford University were thwarted, resulting in wasted travel expenses and uncertainty about his future [2]. - Concerns have been raised about the long-term effects on students currently studying in the U.S. and the emotional impact on their families [2][3]. Group 2: International Reactions - The entry restrictions have intensified dissatisfaction towards the U.S. among the affected countries, with some analysts noting that the relationships between these nations and the U.S. were already strained [3][4]. - Observers from various countries have characterized the restrictions as blatant racism and unilateralism, further alienating the U.S. from these nations [3][4]. - The restrictions have been criticized for being discriminatory, particularly against Muslim-majority countries, with claims that "national security" is merely a pretext for racial and religious discrimination [4][5]. Group 3: Legal and Human Rights Concerns - The broad and comprehensive nature of the entry restrictions has raised concerns regarding international law, particularly the principle of non-discrimination, and the potential stigmatization of individuals from the affected countries [5].