Springfield, OH (VINnews)– Grammy-winning musician and Springfield native, John Legend, has spoken out in defense of Haitian immigrants who have recently moved to his hometown. In a passionate statement, Legend called on residents to embrace their new neighbors, emphasizing the importance of compassion and unity in the face of demographic changes.
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Legend, who has an estimated net worth of $100 million, addressed concerns raised by some locals, stressing that the Haitian newcomers are no different from previous waves of immigrants who have settled in the U.S.
“The Haitian immigrants in Springfield are just like any other immigrant,” Legend stated, acknowledging that cultural differences may exist but should not be a barrier to acceptance. “Even if they aren’t eating the same foods, they are hardworking, they’re ambitious, and they commit less crime than native-born Americans.”
Drawing from his Christian upbringing, Legend urged his fellow Springfield residents to adopt an ethos of love and inclusivity. “How about we love one another? I grew up in the Christian tradition. We said to love our neighbor as we love ourselves and treat strangers as though they might be Christ,” Legend reflected.
Legend’s call for empathy and understanding comes at a time when communities across the country are grappling with shifts in immigration and demographic patterns. He emphasized that welcoming immigrants not only aligns with Christian values but also strengthens communities.
“So how about we adopt that ethos when we talk about immigrants moving to our communities?” Legend proposed, appealing to the residents of Springfield to embrace the Haitian newcomers with open arms and open hearts.
Legend’s message of love and inclusion resonates deeply with his hometown roots, as he concluded, “John R. Stevens from Springfield signing off.”
Quite a mensch! Now, John, I’m sure there is plenty of room in your California mansion to house more than a few of the Haitian migrants. What better use of the religious values you espouse!
Hey John, how about donating your wealth to the Haitian immigrants? Talk with your wallet, not with your mouth.
Another Hollywood elite who is telling us how to live our lives . Pos
How easy it is for him to lecture others. A classic case of a California liberal – NIMBY.
Sooooo….
How many migrants are you putting up in your house John ??
How did they all get there, to the same place? Were they flown in by the Biden admin?
They eat different foods. Hmm. Yeah that’s apparently an understatement.
I can’t believe anyone would pay attention to what this shred of shvartze debris has to say.
I would and have been so nice but when so much hate and discriminatory actions against me….I will not agree with accepting…..they act like they hate Americans no matter color, religion etc…..
Now he’s calling for “mass deportations” of LEGAL immigrants from Springfield! JD Vonce was right calling him a Hitler.
I don’t expect anything else from a 13 percenter.
John Legend was born & raised in Springfield Ohio. He has given million$ to the local school district, gave $2.5 to rehab an old theater (now the John Legend Theater), given millions to US Veterans orgs and civil rights orgs. Total mensch.
YOU DELETED MY 100% FACTUAL POST ABOUT JOHN LEGEND’S GENEROSITY TO HIS HOMETOWN, SPRINGFIELD OHIO.
ARE YOU AFRAID “FRUM” FOLKS WOULD LEARN THE TRUTH ABOUT HIM, AND THE EVIL OF YOUR NEW FUHRER SPREADING DREK ABOUT HAITIANS THERE?
VIN- DOWN WITH YOU!