Integration as Infrastructure: From Values to Systems [Balanced Coexistence Model – Part 18]

1. The Limits of Value-Based Integration In many immigration debates, integration is framed as a matter of values. Governments speak of “shared norms,” “social cohesion,” “honest living(Sweden to deport migrants not following ‘honest living’(CTV News)),”or “our way of life(The Australian Way of Life(Quillette)).”Migrants are expected to adapt, often measured through language ability or cultural understanding. …