Upthread a bit, WAV says

"I believe the cliche of elders that they used to be able to leave their house-doors open."

When WAV attributes this to immigration, as to his racism and bigotry, what more does anyone need?

I've heard this exact same reason given for "red-lining" neighborhoods!

If WAV does not consider himself to be a racist (and most racists do not), perhaps a large dose of self-examination is in order.

Don Firth