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The quote argues that opposition to immigration is driven more by feelings than by strict facts or data. It also suggests that people naturally respond emotionally rather than like machines. The point is that emotional reactions are part of human decision-making.
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Originally said in English.
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About Owen Jones
English newspaper columnist and left-wing political activist
Owen Jones is an English newspaper columnist, author, and left-wing political activist. He writes for The Guardian and has also contributed to the New Statesman, Tribune, and The National; he previously wrote a column for The Independent. He is known for political commentary and campaigning, and for his regular online series, The Owen Jones Show and The Owen Jones Podcast. His work is closely associated with left-wing politics and public debate in Britain.
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