Hein de Haas is professor of sociology at the University of Amsterdam and a leading researcher on migration. This essay challenges the conventional way of thinking about people smugglers. It was first published on Hein de Haas’ blog, which is a wonderful resource for anyone interested in the issue. My thanks to Hein for allowing me to republish the essay on Pandaemonium. Hein de Haas Don’t blame the smugglers The billions spent on the militarisation of border controls over the […]

Categories: International, Race & Immigration • Tags: european union, fortress europe, immigration, migration, people smuggling