> This strikes me as one of those things where the polled results vary drastically depending on how the question is asked. I've seen a few different polls on t

> This strikes me as one of those things where the polled results vary drastically depending on how the question is asked. I've seen a few different polls on the subject. From what I understand open borders has always been a minority position (even among immigrants). > And that fear that "them getting ahead" might mean that "we will fall behind" is basically what drives the demand to "protect" our borders, even while generally people are in favor of everyone having a better life. I think it's deeper than that. I've tried to address some of the reasons why in other comments on this thread.