

What does John Oliver argue about American identity and the Biden administration's immigration policies in relation to historical patterns of racial treatment?
John Oliver challenges the common American refrain "this is not who we are" when addressing racial injustices, particularly regarding the treatment of Haitian migrants. He argues that historically, America has consistently engaged in patterns of white people pursuing and mistreating Black people, making this behavior fundamentally part of American identity rather than an aberration. Oliver specifically questions the Biden-Harris administration's claim that harsh immigration policies don't represent their true values. He suggests there's insufficient evidence to support this assertion, implying that the administration's actions toward migrants, especially at the U.S.-Mexico border, contradict their stated commitment to inclusivity and compassion. His commentary highlights the disconnect between America's idealized self-image and its historical and contemporary realities regarding race relations and immigration policy.

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