Caroline Downey is a staff writer for National Review.
Caroline Downey
Caroline Downey connects today's culture to eternal truth, providing the grounded perspective for every generation.
Democrats Don’t Want Muslim Migrants to Assimilate
When progressive political strategists and left-wing media outlets advocate for immigration policies, their rhetoric often actively opposes traditional assimilation standards for incoming Muslim populations. Caroline breaks down the modern Democratic Party's approach to integration, examining how multicultural ideology and identity politics encourage new arrivals to maintain distinct enclaves rather than adopting core American civic norms. Unpacking the electoral incentives behind this push, Caroline analyzes how far-left activist groups leverage identity politics to build voting blocs, treating assimilation as a form of cultural erasure rather than the historic engine of American unity. What does this opposition to shared civic standards reveal about the Left’s broader strategy to reshape national culture and political alignment? Watch Caroline’s full analysis, leave your thoughts below, and subscribe to National Review!


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