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Originally Posted by pan6467
There's only one solution and it is not amnesty to the ILLEGALS, again they committed a crime and they are slapping everyone who sacrificed, worked and did what they had to to become citizens.
The solution is for enough people to vote for politicians that will change the immigration laws.
Until then, I expect and want a government that will take this seriously, fine those that hire them, deport those they catch and tighten our borders so that it makes it harder to come in ILLEGALLY.
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Pan....the problem with your scenario is that most Americans only agree with two thirds of it...fine those who hire them and tighen the borders. According to
most polls, an overwhelming majority believe in provding a path to citizenship for those already here.
The rest of your latest comments are a bit too emotional for any futher response.
The BEST solution I have seen is the new
bi-partisan "Security Through Regularized Immigration and a Vibrant Economy (STRIVE) Act" introduced in the House last month (better than last year's bills).
It provides for comprehensive border security, more funding and support for state/local law enforcement across the country to get the real criminals (gang members, drug dealers, money launderers...) among the illegals, a new employment verification program, guest worker program for jobs,primarily agricultural (with the jobs first offered to citizens but the workforce needs not met)... and most of all..
A two-step process towards EARNED LEGALIZATION FOR QUALIFIED, HARDWORKING INDIVIDUALS:
THe first step is to request Conditional Nonimmigrant Status that would last for 6 years, while the person would go to the "back of the line" for permanent status. :
To qualify, the illegal immigrant must:
* Establish continuous presence in the U.S. on or before June 1, 2006;
* Attest to employment in the U.S. before June 1, 2006 and employment since that date (and submit related documentation);
* Complete criminal and security background checks; and
* Pay a $500 fine plus necessary application fees (fine exemption for children).
Then after 6 years and waiting in line, they can apply for Earned Citizenship:
* Meet employment requirements during the six-year period immediately preceding the application for adjustment;
* Pay a $1,500 fine plus application fees;
* Complete criminal and security background checks;
* Establish registration under the selective service (if applicable);
* Meet English and civic requirements;
* Undergo a medical examination;
* Pay all taxes;
and
* Meet a “Legal Reentry” requirement during the six-year period in conditional nonimmigrant status
This is in line with
what a majortiy of Americans want. More from the Republican co-sponsor from the border state of Ariz (
link)