said the Roman poet Terence: 'Nothing human is alien to me.' The slogan of the old Immigration and Naturalization Service could have been the reverse: To us, no aliens are human.

Summary

This quote by Terence, a Roman poet, asserts that he finds no aspect of human nature to be outside his understanding or empathy. In contrast, the quote suggests that the slogan of the old Immigration and Naturalization Service implies the opposite perspective - that they do not perceive aliens (foreigners) as fully human. It highlights the contrasting attitudes towards understanding and accepting those who are different, raising questions about inclusivity and empathy.

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