Then we came to a sad point

It is not the asylum seekers’ fault that a man is thrown from his apartment into sea ditches. And also in Windisch, the women and children from the Ukraine who sought protection did not force anyone to take the homes of 49 tenants. But the impression that arises among the population is precisely this. Whether done out of naivety or calculation, it makes no difference to the effect.

The fact is: in both cases the tenants have to leave quickly – despite the housing shortage. The authorities make mistakes about the people who will soon be on the street.

In Windisch, things are more complicated because the property is privately owned. However, the Aargau authorities knew that renovation work was underway and the tenants would have to move. The fact that they used this to make a deal with the landlord behind their backs shows little tact.

The large number of people seeking protection poses a challenge to communities. Nevertheless, governments must act fairly and transparently. Especially with such a sensitive subject as migration. If they cover up their association with people fleeing violence, misery and hunger, we have reached a sad point.

Source:Blick