Mr Johnson’s comments were on the same day that BNP leader Nick Griffin today also paid a visit to the constituency.
The minister said debate would counter the BNP threat and should not be "shied away from", said the Home Secretary.
Home Secretary Alan Johnson has called for a debate on immigration pitched at Britain's "moderate majority" as he campaigned in Glasgow North East.
Mr Johnson’s comments were on the same day that BNP leader Nick Griffin today also paid a visit to the constituency.
The minister said debate would counter the BNP threat and should not be "shied away from", said the Home Secretary.