To all those illegal immigrants who might be on yahoo answers....?
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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.
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Once again, a number of you have allowed the media to do your thinking. This isn't about immigration...it was supposed to be about ILLEGAL immigration.  I don't understand how those of you who went through the task of becoming legal be so generous to just GIVE legal status to those who have not sacrificed (like you did) to have it.
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NOT I. Too many others in line trying to do it the right way. It is very insulting to those individuals from all countries including Mexico. And as proof that I am not a raccist, my wife is Mexican and El Salvadorian.There are other legal issues and problems that arise all from this one subject,but not enough time or letters to type it all. I love all people from everywhere, God bless you all in a way that is detrimantal to your survival, but don't cut in front of someone that wants to do it the right way and become a United States Citizen. I know there is more to it than that and I understand. But that is the biggest reason next to an even bigger one I will not talk about online.
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Finally a question worth asking, i think we should try it and actually find out. without us there would be no work or stores for the illegals to go into. so what it comes down to is still the illegals need us more than we need them.
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EVERYONE REPORT ILLEGAL ALIENS!  SEE HOW MANY NOTCHES IN YOUR BELT YOU CAN RACK UP!!!!!
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I agree 100%.  Why did we make the immigration laws?  The term illegal by definition says they are doing something very wrong.  How many SKILLED workers could be here if there were not 12 million criminals here who stole the American dream from them?  They say they are not criminals?  Tell that to the skilled foriegners living in worse places than America who will never get to raise a family here because they are taking their place in the American dream.  Mabey they can hold a rally aimed at asking all the illegal immigrants to give THEM a chance at the American dream...  Do you think they would give the sympathy that they are asking for themselves?  How many of them would go back to where they came from and try to immigrate legally to give the others a fair chance?
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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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i think there should be a reporting program, and we should get incentives just like "yahoo answers". maybe every 50 aliens we report that gets deported we get a $2.00 off our gas.(it's a start)
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i would really like to tell you what i think about illegal immigrants but last time i did that ANSWERS revoked my answer so ill just say get out get out get out or beware of the violence to come on to you illegals...
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I am in favour of this - COUNT ME IN!  DEPORT THEM ALL!  NO EXCEPTIONS, NO EXCUSES, NO COMPROMISES, NO AMNESTY!  Get whatsherface out of the church and ship her over the border asap, and any other illegal aliens as soon as they are found!  \n\nI read in the news recently that the FBI arrested 10,000 criminals in a one week sting - if this can be done, more than 10,000 illegal aliens can also be found and deported every week.  If this is done consistently, yes, we WILL deport ALL of the illegal aliens - no more of this "we can't possibly deport 12 million illegals.  YES, WE CAN!!  To heck with the cost of deportation - if we get busy and consistent with deportation, it won't be long before many will run back across the border out of the USA on their own steam!  If, at the same time, we also hammer ALL companies who hire illegals, even if it means fining them to the point where they have to shut down business, sobeit!!  And, at the same time, shut off ALL access to social benefits such as food stamps, medicaid, illegal children in our schools, etc., believe me, they will start leaving on their own very soon.  \n\nSo, yes, I'm IN FAVOUR!
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EDIT TO JD 8:11 PM.....UNinformed possibly...I don't claim to know everything as YOU do in ALL your posts.  Unpatriotic..a little...we Desert Storm Vets are kinda getting the shaft....BUT...you didn't address my questions did you.  You didn't clarify the need to downgrade Mexicans, call THEM OUT as a race...and not mention any others.  Oh and I refuse to look at your BLOG...UGH...that would be continuing YOUR ignorance....WOW....I probably made a 100 people go to it.  Fight the good fight JD...our soldiers are overseas.....the welfare system is full of 2nd and 3d generation losers and I feel that both of those problems are worth addressing IMMEDIATELY....but that is just my opinion and I don't have a BLOG.\n\n\n\nI find you boring and annoying.  Here is why.....illegal immigration has been an issue for years....decades even.  Every time you post you are so up in arms and ready to protest and march and do whatever people like you do.\n\nAND JD....when I say ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION I mean ALL illegal immigrants not just the Mexicans you love to talk about and bash.  \n\nWHY....please tell me why...if this is not a race fight for you EVERY TIME YOU ANSWER A QUESTION it refers back to "those Mexicans".  \n\nAND WHY PLEASE TELL me why if this is such a HUGE issue for you....why are you posting on YAHOO Answers and not knocking down doors and handing out pamphlets.  \n\nThere are so many illegal immigrants in the US right now I would be typing for perhaps the next 30 minutes to name them all....BUT....not you.....you can type nothing but\nMEXICAN.....hmmmm....sounds a little ummm....race related to me.\n\nOh and again if this was just about ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION as you point out SO MUCH in your demeaning taunts to others....why the name calling and Mexican innuendo.  Why not an Irish joke or a Haitian joke or perhaps a Canadian joke.  Hmmmmmm sounds a little race related to me.\n\nAND finally JD.....as I continually post to your friend and cohort Cherokee Rose.....You do realize that we HUGE problems right here in the good OLE USA that need strong, opinionated people such as yourself.....why don't we try to fix what is broke here....and then work on the leak you are trying to plug up with hatred.
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No way Dude! The immigration issue is a firestorm right now! You cannot communicate well, you will be back on your way in no time!
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I support a guest worker program. I think it's impossible to throw all of them out. How are we going to find 12 million illegals? I'm a realist and know that we have to build a fence and send troops to guard it. But I know that is impossible to find all of the illegals here. We need to fine employers who hire illegals and reduce legal immigration with quotas. Illegal immigration is a serious problem and needs to be stopped.
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Hell no!  I don't expect the same from others who enter the U.S. illegally.  If I was to work and live in another country, I would definitely make sure I went there legally and had at least some knowledge of their language and culture.  I expect the same from foreigners who enter the U.S.
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Your attitude makes me sick! It's a wonder anyone outside the U.S. would want to come here- legally or illegally, when they have to deal with people with so much hatred in their hearts toward foreigners. You think it's all "a game" to them? You think it's "easy" for them to make a life here? You're very wrong. You haven't walked a mile in any one of their shoes, have you? So what makes you the expert on what they think and feel? You are stereotyping an entire culture (or two!) and that's really unfair. You know what I think? We would live in a better world if we had "no borders" dividing any of us! But, if we absolutely HAD TO, we should take haters like you and put them on an island , and far from any other land! Then maybe the rest of us could live in peace.
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Wonderful question.  Unfortunately, you won't get any intelligent answers from the pro-illegals.  They don't have any, so they use the "we were all illegal" crap.
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At least you are going about it "legally" and - BONUS - you speak their language!!  Bravo to you!!  Sorry, I can't answer your question, but just wanted to congratulate you on immigrating to a country "legally."  Too bad everyone can't be like you, as then we wouldn't be having these raving rants in this forum.