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Restricting the U.S. Visa Waiver Program Is a Bad Idea for Business

Andrew Sheivachman

Photo Credit: Flyers at Denver International Airport's security checkpoint. Flickr / oddharmonic

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Conservative politicians don't seem to understand that the Visa Waiver Program actually contributes to domestic security through improved information sharing.

In the aftermath of last week's brutal attacks in Paris, conservative U.S. politicians are calling for a crack down on travel from 30 countries with muslim residents. Sen. Rand Paul introduced legislation on Monday that would "impose a 30-day waiting period for all entries to the U.S. in order for background checks to be completed, unless the traveler has been approved through the Global Entry program." It would also "suspend issuance of visas to nationals of countries with a

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