Some Christians are fond of demanding that we take the Bible “literally.” They claim the writings in the book need no interpretation. These Christians are fond of claiming their position is the only correct position and that any other ideas are wrong. In my experience, though, I have discovered the position of such Christians to be selective at best.

Immigration is at the forefront of the news, as government entities and industries are trying to find ways to fill labor needs crucial to the Korean economy. These labor needs go so far as to include household help, such as maids and nannies. The argument in some quarters that certain immigrant workers should be exempted from the minimum wage and other labor laws has been raised recently by some economists, including the Bank of Korea. Many countries are grappling with the policy issues surrounding migration.

When increasing numbers of workers from other nations stream into Korea at the government’s invitation, the society and culture of Korea will be indelibly changed. I suspect most people do not want this to happen more than it already has. Some of my Korean friends are in favor of limiting wages for........

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