George Takei is using the internment of Japanese-Americans during World War II as an analogy to criticize those who support the deportation of illegal aliens. His false equivalence has been criticized for being manipulative and insulting.
Key Points
George Takei's use of historical analogies to criticize deportation policies
Criticism of Takei's comparison between current political issues and past atrocities
Discussion on the implications of using such analogies in political discourse
Pros
Raises awareness about historical injustices faced by Japanese Americans during World War II
Cons
Manipulative use of historical analogies to push a political agenda
Insulting and disrespectful towards the memory of those who were interned during World War II