We’re all for more public information and discussion of the issues that affect us all. That’s why we were pleased to hear that the Carlton County Republicans had arranged a public information meeting with an expert on refugees, to inform the public on facts and research.

We even heard from the presenter, Ron Branstner, who told us he had 15 years experience studying the issue of refugees and immigration in the United States, and that he had compiled facts and data and was willing to travel here to share his research.

“I’ve been studying this issue for 15 years, and will present fact...