My first reaction to Arizona’s SB1070 was, “It’s about fucking time!” I wasn’t aware at the time of the racial profiling this law creates until later. Nonetheless, I still don’t feel angry about this matter. Truth is I agree with the principle behind this law. I agree that there are too many illegal immigrants in this country draining our resources and committing crimes. I also feel the majority of these people come to the country to better themselves and improve their respective families’ lives.
So many countries throughout the world do not tolerate illegal immigrants yet the world expects the US to take care of them regardless of the effects upon our nation. What truly enrages me is when I see Mexican government officials condemning our laws as discriminatory. To them I say this: is it not illegal for a non-Mexican to own property in Mexico? Doesn’t Mexico deport numerous Central Americans because they are illegal? Hypocrites! Perhaps if the rest of the world took better care of its citizens and respective countries we wouldn’t have such a dilemma on our hands.
One thing that holds illegal immigrants back is their lack of assimilation. I’m certain that if more would actually learn to speak English and learn about this country’s history and traditions we would be better off as would the immigrants.
I don’t claim to have a solution to illegal immigration and I acknowledge it is a matter we must deal with soon. Arizona has the right idea, but the wrong approach.
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I completely agree with you! So many people are too afraid to say something. I never understood why America has to be the exception when so many other countries are strict with their immigration laws. Too many are taking advantage of Lady Liberty...I'm not talking about people who come to this country and actually make a difference... but I'm talking about those who suck our resources dry without contributing anything. Good for you for saying something
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