I am appalled by the amount of Illegals in this country that come to America, undocumented and demand the rights and benefits of bonafide American citizens. You interviewed a business owner in Georgia that hires Illegals, who openly admitted on national television, that he over stayed his visa to visit Disneyland. The business owner doesn't seem to care that he is breaking the law. Apparently, the US Government doesn't care either, which is making matters worse, stating that "their focus is on terrorism." One INS Agent that they spoke to stated: "We don't have time for the Illegals, we are focused on terrorism."\n\nDoes the Government have a crystal ball that determines which illegal is or is not a terrorist?\n\nWhat happened to all the Security that was put into place after September 11th? Do these safeguards only focus the airports and the U.S. Borders be damned?\n\nI am Hispanic and have no problems with immigrants, this what our country was founded on, however, they had papers.
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Seriously NO.. It is wrong they come into this country and get on welfare which takes away from American people. Why should we pay for Illigal imagrants with our tax money to live here? We need to take care of ourt own not fork over money to people who are not even supose to be here. If you want to come into a country you should not take from that country so you can live there. AND FOR GOD SAKE LEARN ENGLISH. Don't come here and expect us to learn your language..
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Just so happens in-case you haven't noticed all over the news and paper and internet..Hispanics are the ones flooding our boraders...now if there was a bunch of other nationality coming over it would be about them...and Get one thing stright...what you consiter racim to us is about LAWS...you don't think that Americans do those jobs at all that you posted??? Only the Hispanics??? Something is wrong with your information. oh and btw..Illegal is Illegal
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You know the answer to this already.\n\nI am a far left liberal and most of my friends and family are also. We are always shocked when ppl try to state liberals are pro-illegal immigration. \n\nWe are the ones shouting no no no send them home. Why? Because they are criminals and we have enough criminals already.\n\nWhy isn't the gov. doing anything? You know this... because the our gov. is completely controlled by Republicans atm who are in turned owned by big business. And big business does not want to stop being able to exploit their cheap labor.\n\nThey want to make it look like they are against it but ask yourself, 'why can't a completely controlled government by one party come up with a law getting rid of them then?" See what I mean? Because they don't really want to get rid of them.
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*Retrieving part of an earlier post of this nature*\n\nKK First I'd like to cut to the chase here, it is a wolf thing you know...\n\nI wanna say I have no prob with immigrants, after all most of the people we concider American's ancestors (and some of mine) were immigrants who came here by legal means. There is no problem there.\n\nThat said, let us define then the real problem...\nIllegal Immigration and what is wrong with that can be summed up in one word...\nILLEGAL!!!\nNothing more is needed to define that, but for those who need a definition between immigrants who apply to the US through proper channels and are here by set rules and permissions and those here by illegal means...\n\nOK, they are here not by following proper applicants and permissions, gaining entry by just crossing over into this country or outstaying visa's and never leaving.\n\nI do have a problem with the huge amount of money being shelled out by us tax payers to pay for welfare, education, medical ect to someone here illegally.\n\nNot only that, it is evident here in states on the borders that businesses are using low wage/under the table pay Illigals as their workers. And we are not just talking picking fruit in fields. All sectors are now affected by it, from construction, to manufacturing, to high tech trade jobs. Often using falsefied documents to obtain those positions.\nIt is wrong that Americans who wish to work cannot find work at a reasonable wage and must resort to accepting near minimum for positions that took years of educational expenses and experience to be able to do or to go on unemployment as they cannot find the work that pays a reasonable wage to meet living expenses or to move to areas not as affected by the situation...\n\nIt is past time our government here in the US starts representing the US people and stop accepting big business money to ignore the problem.
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We are closing our borders to terrorists and illegal immigrants on July 4th, and everyone everywhere can help! If you are interested or would like to participate, please visit our website for more information: http://www.getmycountryback.com... \n\nPlease help spread the word, tell a friend!!!!!!
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They are here already.Why would we even try to deport them all.Regardless of whether they broke the "law".That "law" has never been enforced.So why is eveyone screaming for the cops,all of a sudden.(here comes the sob story(They have lived here for years,decades.They have children that were born here.Most have been productive members of this society.They own homes and have no ties to their home countries.It is ridiculous and silly to say,"send them packin".\nNow not everyone had an opinion on this until the marches and the protesting.I would like to know why that pissed so many ppl off.They do have a right to do that.It is in our Constitution.Even if they are not citizens.\nLast.I am a citizen and I don't know where some ppl got their arrogance from.There is racism involved,and if you have ever experienced racism,you would know it doesn't feel good when someone hates you just because of you ethnicity.And it is even more fucked up when they think it's funny.Maybe I expect too much from my fellow? Americans.
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Guys...the way this is being described (even in this forum) reminds me of Nazi Germany. Language like "round 'em up". We have to find a safe way for people to extend their visas, get visas and travel between the border if they want to. As someone mentioned, border jumping is scary. And it is not like these are bad or immoral people. They just want to work--build a life for themselves and their familiy at any cost. That is very American if you ask me. Very nobel. Lets do this the right way. If an employer hires an illegal worker we need to really hit them hard. People wouldn't come and stay if they couldn't support themselves. Lets target the places of employment.
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immigration is not the problem. illegal ones need to go any stay the hell out! i damn straight dont want any more illegals here and im sick and tired of there shit. i say get the fuck out and stay the fuck out until u get that right to be here. ALL FOR ALL ILLEGALS TO GO! we have are own americans that cant put food on the table for there kids, that work in all types of weather, we do dishes, clean bathrooms, pick fruit. i clean for a living! im even a american. i have worked many differet types of jobs. and ppl want to say i dont want my kids to have to wash dishes clean and this and that. well guys what while ur in high school ur not going to get this wonderful office job and this and that. u work in retail stores and etc. kids will work any where if theres money! and it doesnt matter to them what it is. i myself dont want my kids to be lazy. a job is a job and it doesnt matter to me what it is. it pays my bills, puts clothes on my kids back and a roof over my kids head. as a parent which there is alot americans that do this. they dont like it but the do it. so when my kids are old enough to work they will do those types of jobs.
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This is the same with all the other countries not JUST USA. Have to do it to keep the immigration(illegal) population in check and lately, with the terrorism risks, its been even more stringent! Do not need the "wrong" kinda people to enter into US or any decent country for that matter!
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Wow, you people amaze me on here. I don't mean just one person in particular I mean everyone! Before you begin to pick sides, please understand the other side of the argument. I'm not trying to be a smart ass, but there are some things people just need to realize man. First off, illegal aliens, yes they should be sent back because they are illegal. But people though, if their country is so much better off with our "outsourcing economy" why is it they still want to come into our country? Another thing is because they are doing the jobs that are paying low wages and yea, they are doing it illegally; but let me ask you something, what about all the americans who are here working as drug dealers, bank robbers, and criminals trying to get their money? Aren't they as illegal as the illegal aliens trying to make a living? Oh an please don't get on me with that immigrations get more welfare: to be honest with you the "caucasian populations" get more welfare and is more dependent on the state. So therefore I've contradicted myself in both ways, which explains what I'm trying to say please think before you judge, and learn before you speak. That's all....... thank you..
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It is illegal for any foreigner to enter the U.S., under any conditions, visa or not, with the intent to do harm to U.S. citizens.  All of the terrorists of 911 were here illegally & they brought a violent death to more than 3500 Americans in one single day.  Otherwise, these terrorists would be referred to as "immigrants". One measure we can take to prevent a repeat of 911 is to better protect our borders, as other countries do. In the process of doing that, we discovered that there are 11 million people here illegally, most came here over a vulnerable Mexican/American border.  Other prejudicial issues have risen from this. \nIn 1904 President Teddy Roosevelt said to let them all come here. But, they must become only Americans. There is room for only one flag; the American flag & there is only one language spoken here, and that language is English.\nPlease consider that as Americans, we cannot fly an American flag in Mexico.  We cannot speak against the government while in Mexico.  We cannot be hired on a job in Mexico unless there are no Mexicans applying.  You cannot celebrate the 4th of July while living in Mexico, although Cinco de Mayo is a pretty big thing here in the U.S.. And of course, we do not qualify for a single Mexican welfare program, student-aid or any government sponsored programs.\nIf some people dislike illegal immigrants, it could be that they are often treated better than those born here.  There is a television award show retricted to hispanics.  There is a hispanic-only beauty pagent.  There is a hispanic-only student loan program and also a hispanic-only guaranteed mortgage loan program. There is more on the list.\nEventhough we are a nation of immigrants, it's not too hard to understand why many Americans feel cheated by the system and are unhappy with the presence of 11 million illegal residents.
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I think they are people who have fled their countries for a better life here.  I do not think they are the biggest part of this problem.  US companies that seek them out and in some cases help them get into the country are the biggest part of the problem.  Until that is dealt with no ridiculous, under patrolled wall or fence will keep people out.  Congress (both parties) would like for us to focuus on the illegal entrants, on fences and even on beefing up security.  that is dishonest of them.  Do you ever notice how very few Senators and House members are drawing our attention to corporate America's hiring of these people?  Could it be that they don't want to upset the source of their campaign dollars?
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Look, people in Anti-American or terrorists know that our border is not secure. If an low-educated, poverty-stricken Mexican can cross, what is stopping educated and technologicaly savvy terrorists from crossing?\nThis is a legitamate concern (9/11 remember?).\nAlso, most Mexicans are nice people but what is there stopping Mexican Murders or Rapists from comming here? Not much!\nIf I was a rapist or murderer and wanted to move to Canada, Japan, France, etc. You can bet that they would check and tell me No way!!!!!!!! I could understand why!\n\n Also, Illegal immigration is a huge burden on the system.   I, personally, can't afford to have a baby so, sadly right now, I have to put that on hold. Why? Illegal immigrants come here and have many. It is discouraging that My being a responsable citizen has for now, not allowed me to have a child while others come and get free care for their babies. What about me? I have paid taxes my whole life.\n  Also, I have no health insurance. I have been trying but, basic healthcare is at least one or two hundred dollars for almost worthless coverage. Huge deductables and low benefits. No maternity benefits for less than 300 a month.\nI can't afford that. I also do not qualify for public assistance so, where do I belong? \n  When I was going to a trade school, I was also working 2 jobs but still starving. I applied for foodstamps and the caseworker asked me "What are you doing here, you are white?" I was harrassed and without American Government services.\n  I am not against immigration, this country was built by immigrants from EVERY country in the world. That's what is so fantastic about it. When others abuse the generosity and good-will of our country it is insulting and it takes away from others that need these services and are legally entitled to them. I understand the plight of others in poverty-stricken countries. We can't help every one of them all at once. You can't help others if you neglect your own well-being.\n Charity Begins at home. It dosn't have to end there!\nWhat about the Hurricane Katrina victims?\nThey are legal law-abiding citizens and they need help!!\nThey have less than nothing. We do not have the means to help them. How can we help everyone else in other countries.\nI would love to help EVERYONE in the world, who wouldn't?\nBut, you can't just have a free for all. There has to be a system.  Pardon my spelling, spellcheck is having problems
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I can't comprehend why any illegal immigrant couldn't have just came here legally. I don't have a problem with people coming to the United States that way. However, I do have a problem when [insert nationality] sneaks by our borders and settles down. It's not fair to those who already live here.\n\nWhich brings me to my next point: immigrants taking American jobs. The fact is, yes, they do take our jobs; IF they aren't legal, that is. Furthermore, illegals take up living space, use up American food and drink, ride our public transportation, and take advantage of our welfare and/or other government aid programs. I don't have a problem with legal Americans using the above. I DO have a problem with illegal [insert nationality] doing so.\n\nBy now, it should make a whole lot of sense. You don't deserve to be in America unless you're legal. Otherwise, you need to be kicked in the teeth and sent back until you're ready to earn your way in like everyone else.\n\nOne last thing: I HATE, beyond explanation, immigrants who come to this country and wave their flag before ours. I HATE immigrants who come to this country and refuse to speak English; it's uncomfortable to hear a different language in public. What if they are talking about setting up a bomb? It's only proper to know and have a complete understanding of the English language in this country. Finally, I HATE that our government is being so lenient on illegal immigration.\n\nThere's no excuse. If you're illegal, get out! We don't want you draining our resources!
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hahaha this is hilarious so now us "hispanics" are terrorists funny funny funny well hun without us "terrorists" u wouldnt eat! ur country would be worthless ur countrie's economy would drop drastically! hahaha theres alot of ppl (americans) who say they support legal immigrants but go out there to the feilds go ask anyone working there if they're legal? ur gonna get a whole lot of NO's why? cause if ur legal here ur gonna wanna get better jobs so who is gonna be doing all the feild work, restaurant work??? u americans?? hahaha no i dont think so! whether u want to admit it or not this country is build by immigrants u americans would be doomed without immigrants! an interesting fact i heard in the news two days ago... by the year 2015 there will be more hispanics in this country than americans lmao!.... roses are red violets are blue without latinos what would white ppl do? lol im very poetic hahaha jk :D \n\n~laterz take care :D
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If idiots could fly, this would be an airport! All these illegal supporters - listen to yourselves! You want to blame other people for the illegals getting bogus SS cards? Law abiding citizens (Pancha, pay attention!) will say no to a criminal act, whereas the criminal does what comes naturally to them - they break the law! Enter illegally... get bogus SS cards & screw over law abiding Americans... try to downplay it by saying it's minimal... this is what we law abiding people call the "criminal mentality". And yes, you all have it! Have a nice night!
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I agree. \nTo thebeautiful...Almost all of us had ancestors who were from other countries, and yes, most of them were illegal. That was then, this is now. We now have FEDERAL LAWS regarding illegal entry, it's a FELONY.Illegally crossing the border is a FEDERAL offense, a felony. - The issue is ILLEGAL immigrants, not LEGAL immigrants -They are hired by businesses in our country, the businesses should be prosecuted for hiring illegals \n-They pay lower wages to the illegal immigrants than they once paid the American worker, thus American worker wages fall -Americans would do the jobs at the fair wage the businesses formerly paid them. -There is no job they do that Americans won't do. When they say they work harder than Americans, that is a racist remark. Plus, Americans worked to build and keep this land, we didn't run to another country crying with our hand held out. We have stamina and PRIDE. -Illegal immigrants abuse our govrnment assistance programs that were meant for the citizens of the USA when they fall on hard times, not illegal immigrants\n-They can't afford doctors so they glut the ER of hospitals to seek medical care -Our forefathers built this country. Some were illegal, that was then, this is now. We now have immigration laws that are to be abided by, we didn't then\n-Our country fought the Mexican-American war and WON, then paid $15 million dollars for that land and for the privilege of whooping the Mexicans a$$e$ -The illegal immigrant worker is only a tip of the iceberg of problems to come, brought by the illegals coming across the border. They want "reconquista" (reconquor), they'll tell you that. They want that land we whooped their butts for, they can't accept defeat. -They flew their flags in protest of the USA, the very country that has been putting food on their tables. -They disrespect the people of the USA and our leaders. \nThey should be deported and the sooner the better. Our borders should be tightened up and patrolled with armed guards. America needs to wake up.