Open Letter to President Donald Trump

  •   Thu, Feb 06 2025
  •   By Dr Kiran Jeevan

February 6, 2025

Dear President Trump,

In 2008, I arrived in the United States, fuelled by the hope of living the American Dream. Your country welcomed me with open arms, offering me a safe haven and a life filled with opportunities and blessings. I am deeply grateful for the time I spent in the U.S., which shaped me profoundly. In keeping with my visa regulations, I returned to India to contribute to my homeland, but I carry the American spirit with me to this day.

President Trump, I was fortunate to secure an F1 Visa and experience the privileges and opportunities that the United States has to offer. Yet, I recognize that not everyone is as fortunate. Many individuals cross borders in search of the same dream I had—a better life, safety, and a future for their families. During my time in the U.S., I encountered many such immigrants, undocumented but hardworking, who contributed to the country’s economy while striving to provide a dignified life for their children.

Every human being is made in the image of God, deserving of respect and compassion. I appeal to you, Mr. President, as a person who has lived the American Dream, to lead with empathy in matters of immigration. While I understand and respect your vision of "Making America Great Again," I urge you to balance this vision with humanity and kindness.

It was horrifying to read about the plane that landed in Colombia, where passengers were handcuffed, and no water or air conditioning was provided during the flight. This is not what America represents. In your pursuit of enforcing rules, let the world witness how beautifully and dignifiedly you and your enforcement agencies can handle such situations. Let America set the standard for humane treatment, even in challenging circumstances.

The horror of family separations and the dehumanizing treatment of those without proper documentation is heart-wrenching. While returning individuals to their home countries may sometimes be necessary, let us ensure that it is done with respect, dignity, and compassion.

America has always been a beacon of hope for millions worldwide. Let it continue to inspire as a land where dreams can come true—not just for those fortunate enough to arrive legally but for every soul seeking refuge and a better life.

As someone who has lived in your great nation and experienced the warmth of its people, I know that America’s strength lies not just in its laws but in its values. The United States is built on the foundation of immigrants who sought a better life and worked tirelessly to contribute to the country’s success. Some of the most brilliant minds, hardworking laborers, and resilient entrepreneurs have come from backgrounds of struggle.

Mr. President, history will remember the actions taken today. A legacy of fairness and dignity will stand the test of time far more than strict enforcement alone. Compassion in leadership is not a weakness—it is a mark of true strength. In finding a balance between security and humanity, you have the opportunity to reinforce America’s reputation as a leader not just in power, but in justice and moral responsibility.

I hope and pray that your leadership will uphold the ideals that make America the land of opportunity, freedom, and justice for all.

Sincerely,

Dr Kiran Jeevan

 

 

 
By Dr Kiran Jeevan
Dr Kiran Jeevan studied and lived in the United States of America for over 8 years being a student and also working in New York. He is a former assistant professor and PRO of St Joseph's University.
To submit your article / poem / short story to Daijiworld, please email it to news@daijiworld.com mentioning 'Article/poem submission for daijiworld' in the subject line. Please note the following:

  • The article / poem / short story should be original and previously unpublished in other websites except in the personal blog of the author. We will cross-check the originality of the article, and if found to be copied from another source in whole or in parts without appropriate acknowledgment, the submission will be rejected.
  • The author of the poem / article / short story should include a brief self-introduction limited to 500 characters and his/her recent picture (optional). Pictures relevant to the article may also be sent (optional), provided they are not bound by copyright. Travelogues should be sent along with relevant pictures not sourced from the Internet. Travelogues without relevant pictures will be rejected.
  • In case of a short story / article, the write-up should be at least one-and-a-half pages in word document in Times New Roman font 12 (or, about 700-800 words). Contributors are requested to keep their write-ups limited to a maximum of four pages. Longer write-ups may be sent in parts to publish in installments. Each installment should be sent within a week of the previous installment. A single poem sent for publication should be at least 3/4th of a page in length. Multiple short poems may be submitted for single publication.
  • All submissions should be in Microsoft Word format or text file. Pictures should not be larger than 1000 pixels in width, and of good resolution. Pictures should be attached separately in the mail and may be numbered if the author wants them to be placed in order.
  • Submission of the article / poem / short story does not automatically entail that it would be published. Daijiworld editors will examine each submission and decide on its acceptance/rejection purely based on merit.
  • Daijiworld reserves the right to edit the submission if necessary for grammar and spelling, without compromising on the author's tone and message.
  • Daijiworld reserves the right to reject submissions without prior notice. Mails/calls on the status of the submission will not be entertained. Contributors are requested to be patient.
  • The article / poem / short story should not be targeted directly or indirectly at any individual/group/community. Daijiworld will not assume responsibility for factual errors in the submission.
  • Once accepted, the article / poem / short story will be published as and when we have space. Publication may take up to four weeks from the date of submission of the write-up, depending on the number of submissions we receive. No author will be published twice in succession or twice within a fortnight.
  • Time-bound articles (example, on Mother's Day) should be sent at least a week in advance. Please specify the occasion as well as the date on which you would like it published while sending the write-up.

Comment on this article

  • simon john, mangalore

    Sun, Feb 09 2025

    Well said Dr. Jeevan. I fully agree with your views. While returning individuals to their home countries may sometimes be necessary, let us ensure that it is done with respect, dignity, and compassion. History will remember the actions taken today. A legacy of fairness and dignity will stand the test of time far more than strict enforcement alone. Compassion in leadership is not a weakness—it is a mark of true strength. I am proud of my country and people of my country. Indians are not 'Cattle' to be treated like this.

  • KS Mayya, Mangalore/Bangalore

    Fri, Feb 07 2025

    USAID was stopped by Trump administration. Until when are we going to be entertained by such articles? Illegal immigration has to stop. It is far more expensive way to reach anywhere. Take legal route and everything will be fine, including humanitarian angle.

  • Narayana S., Bengaluru

    Fri, Feb 07 2025

    Dr. Saab, President Trump is doing good for his country. Who are we to question that? Better we concentrate to develop our country and stop migration.

  • Daniel, Mangalore

    Thu, Feb 06 2025

    Doctor, Illegal Immigrants If it were in Thousands ok but millions and millions last 4 years alone ? Is this not Wagiing indirect war against a democratic country ? Along with it Cultural war, racism, immorality, multi genders, homosexuality, child trafficking. Is it not better in India than joining hand with communists waging war against US trying destroy it within and later loosing democratic India also to communist china if US falls ? Some individual selfishness whole world has to suffer ? and then get purged for communist better control of the country and the world? That's how previous communist revolutions have taken place ? It is not like some momentary or some years of pleasure then land straight into hell ? Holy Scripture says walk in narrow road as broad road leads one to hell! So hard work, legal immigration is the Best Way instead of these short cuts and then crying!

  • HENRY MISQUITH, INDIA

    Thu, Feb 06 2025

    Dear friends, In February 2021, a group of Indian illegal immigrants attempted to travel from Senegal to Mexico with the ultimate goal of reaching the United States. These individuals were part of a larger network of illegal migration facilitated by organized crime syndicates1. They paid substantial amounts of money to agents who promised them safe passage and legal entry into the US. The journey was perilous and involved multiple risky routes, including boat rides and donkey trails. Many of the migrants faced starvation, detention, and other hardships along the way2. Upon reaching Mexico, they were detained by authorities and eventually deported back to India. During the journey, they had to squeeze the sweat out of their worn t-shirts or vests to drink, as they were desperate for water. As for food, that was completely out of the question. And this reality is so distressing that it makes me feel uneasy just hearing about it.

  • David Pais, Mangalore

    Thu, Feb 06 2025

    Where ever illegals migrants are they must be deported. Indian borders open to all without borders blocked. BSF are corrupted and sneek in to India from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Mianmar (Burma) srilanka and from Tibet.All are welcome and our people are going out without having employment. May God bless America and may God bless Trump.

  • william, Mangalore

    Thu, Feb 06 2025

    Nothing wrong in sending back the illegal immigrants. On the other hand doors will be opened for legal immigrants.

  • Prakash., Canada

    Thu, Feb 06 2025

    Borders are defined by humans. Once its defined and agreed upon, its countries leaders responsibility to enforce it and bring prosperity to its citizens . Every family and every country does it. America is on decline now and they are justified in taking care of their own first. The problem is political landscape of other countries. They have no concern for their own citizens. Few fool the many and rule, thereby bringing prosperity for themselves and ignoring the needs of everyone else. Such is the nature of human life. No point in blaming President Trump.


Leave a Comment

Title: Open Letter to President Donald Trump



You have 2000 characters left.

Disclaimer:

Please write your correct name and email address. Kindly do not post any personal, abusive, defamatory, infringing, obscene, indecent, discriminatory or unlawful or similar comments. Daijiworld.com will not be responsible for any defamatory message posted under this article.

Please note that sending false messages to insult, defame, intimidate, mislead or deceive people or to intentionally cause public disorder is punishable under law. It is obligatory on Daijiworld to provide the IP address and other details of senders of such comments, to the authority concerned upon request.

Hence, sending offensive comments using daijiworld will be purely at your own risk, and in no way will Daijiworld.com be held responsible.