Comment by malandrew

This. I'm also an immigrant myself that argues for limits.

> You're not forced to participate in any discussion you don't want to be in but people have a right to discuss it.

Exactly, and if you're not capable of engaging in that discussion productively, don't be surprised if your viewpoints and positions don't get the consideration you think they deserve.

Civil dialogue is the foundation upon which we find understanding in the face of disparate experiences. If you're feelings about the dialogue gets in the way of contributing to understanding, then it is you that is hurting your own cause.