America First? (Immigrant Song)

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I wrote this song about 3 years ago, before the current acrimonious debate over the Mexican border and White Nationalism erupted. In light of recent events I felt moved to share it.

Photo Credits:
Nilufer Demir (Syrian boy on the beach)
Aleppo Media Centre/BBC (Children in ambulance)
Rescue of Syrian girl by American aid worker, David Eubank (CBS multiple sources)
Hans Deryk, A.P. (Cuban Boat People)
History News Network (Reagan graphic)
Eric Gay (Anti-Muslim signs)
Stephanie Keith, Reuters ("No More Muslims" sign)
Washington Post/Getty (Trump Rally)
Library of Congress (Ellis Island photos)

These are all of the credits I could determine. My profound gratitude and appreciation to all the courageous photo-journalists working in these troubled and dangerous areas. If you are not familiar with the story of David Eubank and his family and the work he does, and this particular rescue, Google it and watch for yourself. He and his family are profoundly courageous.

Mr. Gerry Perry