People flock to the West—US, Europe, Canada, Australia—because our systems deliver. Economic opportunity first, freedom second. But let’s zoom out: Most global migration heads to developed nations, and the West dominates. UN data (2024) shows 304 million international migrants worldwide. Top spots? US (52 million), Germany (16.8 million), UK (11.8 million), France (9.2 million), Canada (8.8 million), Australia (8.1 million)—that’s over 100 million in Judeo-Western strongholds alone. Contrast that with Gulf states like Saudi Arabia (13.7 million) or UAE (high foreign-born share, ~74%), which draw temporary workers, not permanent builders.
Why the West? Because gratitude’s pillars—accountability, assimilation, allegiance—create order from mess. And the flows prove it: Migrants vote with their feet for what works.
Key origins tell the story—mostly South-to-North (developing to developed), crossing hemispheres:
- To Northern America (US + Canada): 45% from Latin America/Caribbean (e.g., Mexico tops lists), 32% Asia (India, China), smaller Africa/Europe bits. Think Mexicans, Central Americans, Indians—drawn to jobs, stability.
- To Europe (Germany, UK, France): 48% intra-Europe (Eastern/Southern), but 21% Asia (South Asia like India/Pakistan), 11% Africa, 7% Latin America. War, poverty push; our values pull.
- To Oceania (Australia): 50% Asia (South/Southeast), rest Europe/Africa—skilled workers chasing pragmatic opportunity.
- Gulf contrast (Saudi/UAE): Heavy South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Pakistan—millions in labor corridors), plus some Africa. It’s contract work, not citizenship—prudent for them, but not the permanent gratitude path we need.
This isn’t coincidence. The West’s success—built on permanent, prudent, pragmatic gratitude—pulls from the Global South because it offers scalable wins no other empire matched. But unchecked, it risks dilution. That’s why policy must filter: Who aligns with our pillars? Not just numbers, but fit.
Refined table: Origins by Region/Hemisphere + Pillar Tie-In
| Destination Region | Major Origins (Top Sources) | Hemisphere/Region Flow | Pillar Fit (Gratitude Lens) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern America (US/Canada) | Mexico, India, China, Central America | South-to-North (Latin Am + Asia) | High potential—accountable workers assimilate fast, pledge allegiance |
| Europe (Germany/UK/France) | Eastern Europe, India/Pakistan, Africa (e.g., Syria, Nigeria) | South-to-North + Intra-Europe | Mixed—some assimilate Judeo-Western values; others need vetting for alignment |
| Oceania (Australia) | India, China, Philippines | Asia-to-South (Southern Hemisphere) | Strong—prudent skills focus, permanent integration |
| Gulf (Saudi/UAE) | India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Philippines | South Asia-to-Middle East (temporary) | Low—labor-only, no allegiance or assimilation; not our model |
Bottom line: Migration proves America’s greatness—people want in. But to keep the beacon lit, we extend order: Legal paths for those who live grateful, stand firm. Not open doors, but grateful gates.
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– The Grateful Immigrant from St. Paul, Minnesota
February 15, 2026
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