About Canadian Returnee
American Refugee: Why This Publication Exists
A Response to the New Reality in the United States
An American refugee, by definition, is someone who has fled the United States due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. It’s a legal term, but in recent years, it has also become a lived reality for many.
For those of us who have watched the trajectory of the United States with a wary eye, the question has never been whether things could take a darker turn; it’s been a matter of when. On the morning of November 6, 2024, I awoke to news that confirmed my fears. The voters of key swing states had once again elected Donald Trump to the White House, not just through the Electoral College but also by the popular vote. America had spoken, and its answer was clear.