What to do about the border issue it is a delicate matter. But something MUST be done, and any mistakes dealt with as we go. To do nothing is essentially giving up US sovereignty. It should compel everyone to get involved.
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August 14, 2008
Dear [recipient name was inserted here],
Lawmakers are constantly debating a series of proposals that address illegal immigration. This is not a simplistic issue. There is so much to consider, one hardly knows where to begin.
As a human being, I sympathize with the unfortunate conditions from which Mexicans flee to the US. I feel for the people who were misled into thinking that if they could only make it across the border, they will be fine. I do not blame our southern neighbors for attempting to make better lives for themselves by coming to the US. We should blame ourselves for allowing our border integrity to be regarded as non-existent. We should blame ourselves for encouraging a larger number of illegal immigrants with such wonderful (free) incentives.
As an American, I think we are obligated to uphold the law, which is based on standards, not emotion. US border policy should reflect what is best for American citizens, not for all people. Americans are the most compassionate, charitable people in the world. There are many private sector humanitarian efforts that aid the Mexican people IN Mexico.
The fact that we have allowed so many illegal border crossings reveals our lack of integrity, and disrespect for our own laws. Why should they think differently? It is their job to break into the US, it is our job to stop and remove them. Illegal aliens within the US, it pains me to say, should be deported regardless of how well established they have become. They should get in line like everyone else. If a bank robber steals a million dollars, and the police catch him with the loot 5 years later, should he be allowed to keep the money? Even if it is [so they say] logistically infeasible to remove the untold millions, start doing it anyway! Once the word gets out that we have finally gotten serious about border enforcement, many considering the journey will change their minds. Unfortunately, there are groups with our country who would have illegal immigrants attain the vote in the US for selfish interests, which I think is tantamount to treason.
The borders have been inadequately enforced for so long, that I think we should reconsider the "anchor-baby" policy. Laxity in this area has created the distinct dilemma of having a LEGAL child, who is by law allowed to stay, being cared for by ILLEGAL parents, who is here illegally. So who gets to stay? A ‘compassionate’ policy that has not been fully thought through. It needs more thought and revision.
As it is now, we educate, medicate, feed and house illegal immigrants sending the message to all others that they are practically invited to come on in! Many fail to assimilate, they never learn English, they join gangs, they turn to crime, they spray paint our cities with graffiti, they exploit our public services, they drain school funds, they flood our emergency rooms as primary medical facilities, etc. So I don't think it is too much to ask, verifying legal status to qualify for school, driver's licenses, and Medicaid is not only prudent, it is imperative to the reduction of more illegal immigration, to say nothing of national security. National Brain Drain is hardly discussed but who can gauge the long term effects (if any) to our infrastructure, economy, and the strength of the dollar?
My girlfriend was born in Vietnam. She filed to come to the US legally in 1981. It took 11 YEARS of patient waiting before her application was approved. She then took the oath of US citizenship. Now, she is contributing to our progress with a successful software company, truly an asset to our economy. Where is the justice in making her wait so long when we turn a blind eye to criminals who have the advantage of sharing a porous border? How is this fair to law-biding immigrants? I pray we have the courage to do what is just and fair; to make and uphold policies that reward the law-abiding and not the law-breakers.
As a constituent of yours, I would like to know why you have not championed the sovereignty of our borders through any one the following Bills. Many of which are sound legislation and deserve debate and an up or down vote. I plead that you consider and support any or all of them.
Bill # S.2294 http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=s110-2294
Bill # S.2356 http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=s110-2356
Bill # S.2366 http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=s110-2366
Regards,
Jason Hoon
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