President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend entry into the United States for refugees and citizens from seven Muslim-majority nations for varying periods of time has become a massive flashpoint, drawing protests and support across the country.

The reactions across social media have been swift and vocal. Some critics of the order pointed to America’s past acceptance of immigrants and refugees.

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