Can we allow anyone who openly violates our laws to immigrate into the US?
126497
This is what I'm saying. I cannot believe that our legislators are allowing these people to bully them! And the immigrants themselves,(not all, of course, but many i encounter) are angry at U.S. citizens for wanting stricter laws enforced on immigration. Do these people not realize how much we pay for when they immigrate illegally? And i don't just mean monetarily either. sheesh!
339162
It depends.  If your Celt has broken the law or the immigration policies involved with Ireland, then yes, he can be extredited.  If not and this is just some friend or associate he no longer gets along with, than no.
629521
no, he legally cannot because he is not a legal immigrant to the US of A and he doesn't have the rights because he is an illegal alien. If he was a citizen he would have the rights and then he could, no he couldn't if he is illegal.
176269
ILLEGAL ALIENS in America are here only because they are GUILTY of CRIMINAL VIOLATION  of our FEDERAL LAWS, Jumping our borders and living in a shadowy underground economy. They are morally culpable for shoving aside those who adhere to the law and enter these United States in orderly and Legal Fashion. \nSince when do criminals and cheaters receive pride of place for the blessings of liberty, over those honestly, earnestly and faithfully seeking to become American citizens? \n\nPresident Bush has called for a reasonable and civil debate over the issues of border security and immigration reform. But the American people understand there can be no responsible immigration reform UNTIL OUR BORDERS ARE SECURE. “Guest worker” amnesty programs ARE NOT a part of border security. \nAmnesty is not the answer. To grant amnesty to these trespassers is to say "You crossed our borders ILLEGALLY, You BROKE OUR LAWS and now we are REWARDING you with U.S. Citizenship -- Congratulations!" \n\nThis is unacceptable.
558961
Americans welcome any immigrant if he/she is here legally. Those that aren't are not only trying to bypass the system but put the whole country at risk, because HOW DO WE KNOW that they are here for peaceful purposes? Illegal is illegal...and we have no way of knowing if you are here to simply earn more money for your family OR are here to cause harm to the nation...or at the very least prey on innocent citizens. Look at the large percentage of illegals that comprise the criminal activity in America. That's why ANY illegal has to be screened in order to weed out those that are here for non-peaceful purposes.
31580
No.  I do think there should be a policy that anyone with the guts to make it across the border just to get a job should probably be granted citizenship.  This is exactly the sort of person I want to be an American :)
305816
You're absolutely right!  And I can quote the exact law that illegal aliens are breaking -- it's Title 8 Section 1325 of the US Code and its a Federal CRIME punishable by deportation.  I can't stand all of the "we are not criminals" nonsense.  They just need to look up Title 8 Section 1325 and see what criminals they are.
232577
Under Title 8 Section 1325 of the U.S. Code, "Improper Entry by Alien," any citizen of any country other than the United States who:\n\nEnters or attempts to enter the United States at any time or place other than as designated by immigration officers; or \nViolations are punishable by criminal fines and imprisonment for up to six months. Repeat offenses can bring up to two years in prison. Additional civil fines may be imposed at the discretion of immigration judges, but civil fines do not negate the criminal sanctions or nature of the offense.\n\nEludes examination or inspection by immigration officers; or \n\nAttempts to enter or obtains entry to the United States by a willfully false or misleading representation or the willful concealment of a material fact; \nhas committed a federal crime.
422149
There's already such things called a green card (and a visa).  Non-Americans are supposed to get them renewed regularly.  Some don't check in to do so and that is why so many are "illegals".  Yeah, others cross the border but the majority of "illegals" simply have expired visas.  They come from all kinds of countries-- including many in Europe-- and not just south of the border.  If you think rounding people up because they "look threatening" is right, you should be living in North Korea or Cuba.  \n\nYour suggestion is unconstitutional-- and against a person's civil rights.  One day even you could be arrested if someone didn't like the way you looked.  The US constitution is one of the finest documents in the world and it should be preserved for Americans' life, liberty and pursuit of happiness.
513993
I never experienced anything quite like that when I went to Mexico, but I'm sure it's because I was with a Mexican citizen (my ex-husband--we were there to get his US citizenship). But we were badly over charged for goods and services many places we went because I was a white American. He was majorly pissed, but even he knew there was nothing we could do about it. I would not go back there because I know I would face a lot of prejudice, at this time especially. The violence against tourists from the US could eventually keep all of us away. But if that's what they want then I will respect it. We need to send their citizens back home to them as well. Respectfully deport them and enforce our immigration laws. We don't want to repay violence with violence unless we have no choice.
236458
yeah ,  the illegals can do what they want .  I guess anyone could if they never did it legally .  good luck with you illegal mexie
268863
I have no problem with anyone who comes to this country legally taking any job they are able to do. But this is America and the jobs it produces are for Americans.  If you like our economy, our freedoms, our way of life, our laws, then by all means find a legal way to come join us, become one of us, add to our work force, our culture, support this country, and love it as we do.
601913
YES you are correct!. breaking the law doesnt turn you into a criminal. a criminal is someone who commits crimes on purpose and runs away from cops and stuff. immigration, in  opinon, is not a crime, theyre just looking for a better life! is there anything wrong with that?
127089
Because entering the US illegally is... ILLEGAL!
538143
If he was deport, you need to visit him.  He can't return unless allowed by law.
441889
No! No human being is illegal. They came to the USA to find better lives, just like the pilgrims. In my opinion, they should be granted amnesty.
309738
It should have been done a long time ago.  There are legal means to enter the USA.  And we welcome immigrants.  As far as I'm concern these people that sneak into our country are not immigrants.  They are criminals.  And should be treated as criminal.  But we had looked the other way for so many years that now since we have decide to do something.  We should do as the President said in his speech.  He laid it out plain and simple.\nCHUCK\n:--#  )