Should the United States change its immigration laws?
336713
No, Pancha, the problem is more complicated than that. there where quite a few good answers though. we need to enforce the law we already have. they are good laws, and followed correctly, they will work. second, I believe we should get rid of part of Section 1 of the 14th Amendment. it states:\n\nSection 1. All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. \n\nThis Amendment was meant to give Black slaves citizenship after the civil war, because many in the South believed they were not citizens. they were born here, thus they were justly given the right of citizenship. This, however, does not apply to today's world. we no longer have slaves thank god, and there is no need for this section. It is the anchor baby amendment. an illegal woman comes across the border and has a baby. that baby is technically an american citizen. they can't deport the mother (who couldn't pay her medical bill anyway, so it'll fall to us taxpayers) because who's gonna care for the child? If given to an orphanage, the child may be adopted, but will cost the state money too. the illegal mother now has a reason to stay and bring her husband if she has one, her other children if she has them, etc. The laws we have now, minus Section 1 of the 14th Amendment, are effective IF ENFORCED. and building a wall is a good idea, too.
401558
i would be curious what people think of this in comparison to illegal immigrants in the US.  Yahoo will change their policy when the government changes theirs.  or are you suggesting that yahoo break the law?
1114465
NOTHING will change. \n\nThe reason it was even brought up was so it can look like Bush is doing something.\n\nNothing will change because us rich americans want someone who will mow our lawns for cheap and work in our restaraunts for cheap.    The majority of people in office benefit from illegals so it wont change.\n\nI get my car washed inside and out, completely polished for $5 right outside of NYC thanks to illegals.  Viva Mexico!
341670
I'd say the House Bill is a good start...strengthening the punishment for illegally crossing our boarders may set examples out of these criminals.  This bill also increases the penalties against those who aid these criminals and anyone who hires them.  Once you hit employers in the pocketbooks, they will listen.  The only thing is that we need to do is enforce the law...to my knowledge, this bill doesn't really change any immigration law, just strengthens the penalty for the crime.
883589
That's the great thing about America.  It was founded by immigrants and that makes it a great country.  Our founders came over here and started a nation with equal opportunity for all.  I think that the immigration laws need to be restructured, but I don't think it's fair to limit immigration when that's what it is founded on.
412465
When illegal immigrants (from all over the world) come here and ignore the laws of our country, it is a slap in the face to the millions of people who have done the right thing, obeyed the law and went through legal channels to obtain citizenship.  It's the right thing to do and everyone knows it.  \n\nWe also need to change the law about having a baby here and the child automatically become a citizen.  I think that is wrong.  And people use this as a loophole to get here.  No one is above the law.  \n\nIf we automatically made everyone legal who is already here, it would be like minting more money and just handing it out.  It would become useless.  (then citizenship would be meaningless)
585832
They should if they were to enforce the laws, but the politicians are refusing to enforce the laws and instead cater to big business who want the cheap labor. The government is sending a message to the American citizens how they really feel about our wishes. This country will become a 3rd world country if it isn't already.
562462
In the United States the percentage would be low. At the current moment, there is a huge controversey over immigration laws in the United States. Actually, if you want to come in, right now might be the easiest and best time to do so. I'm not sure about the U.K., however.
257713
No is no is no. Our law says no illegal immigrants. Then, darnit, no illegal immigrants. No illegal anything. If you make a law, you should stick to it, not bend and break it. Though, you should also make sure it's right the first time you make it.
212884
the answer is either YES or MAYBE NO! but as what other said its about time to do some action. there might be advantages or disadvantages of it but im pretty sure its goin to help one way or another in behalf bout US economy by payin taxes..if all this illegal have the chance to get workin permit.. its a win-win situation!
555622
full amnesty is not the answer. Setting quotas for each country is what the immigration policy has been about ever since the early 1900's. Didn't work then, won't work now.
404040
The bill should pass, this is a country of law which is be ruled by law. There should be no way for anybody to break those laws because you want to survive? The law is not prohibiting migration to America, but those who want to come in illegally. If you want to come to America, do the right thing, ask for permission from the US consular and get here legally. The argument of, immigrant doing the job nobody want to do is not correct and should not be entertain. If they want to survive they focus their energies in developing their countries and enjoy the fruit of their labor for their mother land. Or should come in legally and be documented, pay their taxes so that I will not end up paying for their education and health care needs. This is is a sovereign country of Law and these Laws must be respected and by all.
430609
Are you married?  If so, do you have children?  You should have an opinion to this Immigration Reform, if not for yourself, for the future of your children and their children.  In 1985, I believe, Reagan had a similar bill pass congress allowing those illegal immigrants to stay and become citizens.  Since then, the flood gates of illegals have opened wider, 11 plus million have crossed from 1990s to 2004.  Now, we are facing yet another immigration reform, why?  Because the government didn't step up to the plate when it was time to do so and enforce the illegals from crossing over.  They allowed it, day after day, month after month, year after year.  Now they must face the music on this and do something about it.  But at who's expense?  Not the illegals, but the true Americans that struggle making ends meet.  If the American people don't step up and stop our government doing this, we might as well open the border completely and let any and all who want to come here from Mexico, Canada, and all over the world in.  It's not just Mexicans from Mexico that are here illegal.  Watch the news, they are interviewing many from all regions of the world that are here and have been here for years illegally.  I know we all come from immigrant backgrounds, unless you are a true blooded Indian from North America.  But, our forefathers before us come the legal way.  That's how these illegals should have to do.  Send them home and let them come through the proper channels.  If they had children here, send the children with them.  Just because they were born in the USA should NOT constitute them to be classified as an American citizen if in fact their parents are illegal aliens.  There's a lot to the topic that needs to be addressed and resolved for the betterment of the American people, not the American government.
513773
You might need to consult an immigration attorney.
464653
Pros, The illegal immigrants will be treated better and be able to drive legally with insurance. Hopefully less use of false documentation and identity fraud. For them they are rewarded for their struggles to come here, which is not a pro for American Citizens.\n\nCons, We will entice people from all around the world to disregard our immigration policies. Multiples of illegals here that may be a risk either criminally or for National Sercurity reasons will be given a free pass to come and go freely. (The first World Trade bomber was given amnesty in the 80s and flew back to Afghanistan to learn how to make bombs.) Our social systems will be strained further as they feel more capable of using the system and a chain reaction on those displaced from the immigration. \n\nAlso, the employers who are enjoy low wages and no fear of litigation or workers comp would lose all benefits of hiring illegal workers.
429991
Nope.  Immigration reform (minor as it was) five years ago changed that.  She still has to apply like everyone else for a workers permit, and visa.  So sorry but no.\n\n**Wrong Tiger Boy
535550
The new immigrants aren't any different.  The US is different.  I'm not sure how exactly... maybe we get scared easily.  The law in my view will do more harm than good... in fact I'm not sure what the good is... but I believe it will add to the resentment towards the US and particularly the government.  The resentment, however, will not offset the prospects of a healthy economy; there will always be immigrants coming into the US.