I keep reading how many people or groups object to certain provisions of the immigration reform currently being proposed.
Now, while I support immigration reform and providing a path to citizenship, it needs to be done in a sane manner. That includes increasing border security, providing a path to citizenship with particular requirements for those already in the country. I also feel there should be a deadline for declaring yourself. No more than 60 days after legislation is passed. There should be employment requirements. No public assistance provided until after being granted citizenship. And English fluency.
Not all of those are being proposed. However, a more secure border and English fluency are being proposed.
Both of those are being protested by certain groups. This is foolish. What benefit is there to a country to grant citizenship to someone who has no urge to integrate and contribute to the society?
The thing that illegal immigrants and those who support them need to realize is this- Immigration reform in itself is expensive and a form of public support.
There are an estimated 11 million illegal immigrants in this country. The cost of paperwork in processing their applications is staggering.
Some people attempt to use the term "undocumented", rather than illegal. However, all civilized countries require proof of citizenship. Without documentation, you are there against the law and are therefore a criminal.
So, what would be an alternative to reform? Try this- Instead of spending money for years on paperwork, spend the money on buses headed south. A long line of buses headed out of this country would create a lot of jobs. The buses stop no further south than Mexico city. If you came from further south, you made it much further without American help. You can make it the rest of the way home yourself or ask the Mexican government for assistance. (Good luck with that.)
Simultaneously, secure the border to an extreme. Use lethal force in all cases. That would create more jobs.
You don't want to speak English for your job or education? Find a job where it is not required and stop trying to force companies to support your choice. If you need a translator, it is on your dime, not ours. The government and businesses not having to replicate goods and services in multiple languages will save billions of wasted dollars each year. That money can be invested in much more productive and beneficial ways. We all pay for it through higher taxes and prices. Even more so when companies have to fend off lawsuits.
Out of 11 million illegal immigrants, let us guess an arbitrary 6 million are employed. What would happen if we suddenly had 6 million more jobs available for US citizens, with fewer applicants vying for those jobs? Answer- Unemployment would drop to near nothing. Fewer Americans would require public assistance, which would decrease the tax burden. More taxes would be collected from legal citizens.
This move would improve much stress on the education system, opening spots in schools and decreasing the money spent on education in multiple languages. Meaning teachers could earn more pay, focus on the actual lessons for students already equipped to learn, improve graduation rates and teacher satisfaction, leading to more motivated teachers with fewer distractions.
Like it or not, some level of crime would eventually decrease. No small number of illegal immigrants are true criminals from other countries. They did not come here and suddenly change their ways. This is not a reflection on the average immigrant but there is some truth to it. In addition, some illegal immigrants adopt a criminal lifestyle due to lack of opportunity and low income. With lower crime, cost of law enforcement and insurance would have the chance of decreasing. (Wouldn't hold my breath on that one.)
So, am I proposing this as a viable alternative to immigration reform? No. What I am stating is that it could well be put forward as an alternative, with solid numbers to back it up. With the proposed immigration reform being highly realistic and reasonable, it should be reconsidered before protesting against it. The proposed reforms include provisions to decrease illegal entry to this country. It provides for skills necessary to succeed and contribute as productive members of American society. It allows immigrants the chance for being equal members of society, rather than being segregated and being second class citizens in practice. It in no way detracts from a person having the right to observe their own cultural practices and preferences in their personal life.
Immigration reform does not make anyone here a victim. Stop acting like it does.
Now, while I support immigration reform and providing a path to citizenship, it needs to be done in a sane manner. That includes increasing border security, providing a path to citizenship with particular requirements for those already in the country. I also feel there should be a deadline for declaring yourself. No more than 60 days after legislation is passed. There should be employment requirements. No public assistance provided until after being granted citizenship. And English fluency.
Not all of those are being proposed. However, a more secure border and English fluency are being proposed.
Both of those are being protested by certain groups. This is foolish. What benefit is there to a country to grant citizenship to someone who has no urge to integrate and contribute to the society?
The thing that illegal immigrants and those who support them need to realize is this- Immigration reform in itself is expensive and a form of public support.
There are an estimated 11 million illegal immigrants in this country. The cost of paperwork in processing their applications is staggering.
Some people attempt to use the term "undocumented", rather than illegal. However, all civilized countries require proof of citizenship. Without documentation, you are there against the law and are therefore a criminal.
So, what would be an alternative to reform? Try this- Instead of spending money for years on paperwork, spend the money on buses headed south. A long line of buses headed out of this country would create a lot of jobs. The buses stop no further south than Mexico city. If you came from further south, you made it much further without American help. You can make it the rest of the way home yourself or ask the Mexican government for assistance. (Good luck with that.)
Simultaneously, secure the border to an extreme. Use lethal force in all cases. That would create more jobs.
You don't want to speak English for your job or education? Find a job where it is not required and stop trying to force companies to support your choice. If you need a translator, it is on your dime, not ours. The government and businesses not having to replicate goods and services in multiple languages will save billions of wasted dollars each year. That money can be invested in much more productive and beneficial ways. We all pay for it through higher taxes and prices. Even more so when companies have to fend off lawsuits.
Out of 11 million illegal immigrants, let us guess an arbitrary 6 million are employed. What would happen if we suddenly had 6 million more jobs available for US citizens, with fewer applicants vying for those jobs? Answer- Unemployment would drop to near nothing. Fewer Americans would require public assistance, which would decrease the tax burden. More taxes would be collected from legal citizens.
This move would improve much stress on the education system, opening spots in schools and decreasing the money spent on education in multiple languages. Meaning teachers could earn more pay, focus on the actual lessons for students already equipped to learn, improve graduation rates and teacher satisfaction, leading to more motivated teachers with fewer distractions.
Like it or not, some level of crime would eventually decrease. No small number of illegal immigrants are true criminals from other countries. They did not come here and suddenly change their ways. This is not a reflection on the average immigrant but there is some truth to it. In addition, some illegal immigrants adopt a criminal lifestyle due to lack of opportunity and low income. With lower crime, cost of law enforcement and insurance would have the chance of decreasing. (Wouldn't hold my breath on that one.)
So, am I proposing this as a viable alternative to immigration reform? No. What I am stating is that it could well be put forward as an alternative, with solid numbers to back it up. With the proposed immigration reform being highly realistic and reasonable, it should be reconsidered before protesting against it. The proposed reforms include provisions to decrease illegal entry to this country. It provides for skills necessary to succeed and contribute as productive members of American society. It allows immigrants the chance for being equal members of society, rather than being segregated and being second class citizens in practice. It in no way detracts from a person having the right to observe their own cultural practices and preferences in their personal life.
Immigration reform does not make anyone here a victim. Stop acting like it does.
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