Ben carson speech immigrants in slave ships video

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HUD Secretary Ben Carson speaks about the opportunity that America brings and refers to slaves as immigrants in a speech delivered Monday at the U.S. Department of .

Find out how you can still connect with us. This article is more than 7 years old and some information may not be up to date. No one honestly believes he equates voluntary immigration with involuntary servitude! Carson has been considered a hero and motivational speaker in African-American communities for his accomplishments in medicine, and became a prominent speaker in conservative circles after entering politics.

The retired neurosurgeon has drawn criticism before when making comparisons to slavery. Carson spoke to HUD employees as he began his first full week leading the department. The Senate confirmed him last week. Everything that we do, every policy. No favourites for anybody. No extras for anybody, but complete fairness for everybody.

Donald Trump's Housing and Urban Development Secretary Dr. Ben Carson talks about how "immigrants" came to the United States "in the bottom of slave ships.".

Democrats and housing advocates have expressed concern about his lack of government and housing policy experience. Ben Carson says slaves immigrated to US during speech. Click to return to homepage Leave a comment Share this item on Facebook Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Twitter Send this page to someone via email See more sharing options.