Kirk here. This article is about the negative feedback the major received on X (Twitter) as a result of sticking his neck out to listen to the views of foreign residents. I haven’t actually looked at the major’s X account but, according to the article many opinions there were along the lines of “if those darn foreigners don’t like it here, they should leave.” It would probably be easier for a politician to do nothing but the major made the effort to hold a roundtable. If nothing else, I think that’s an important symbolic act; it sets a good example. And, as I’ve written before, I have good evidence that the major actually listens and modifies policies where appropriate.
By the way, as I plan to publish an open letter to the head of Higo Bank about its treatment of foreign clients, I fully expect to get “if you don’t like it here, go back where you came from” reactions from some. That’s OK. I’m used to it.
