Today is May Day, historically when immigration supporters rally and march in support of lessening restrictions on immigration. It appears as though those numbers are dwindling:
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Demonstrators demanding a path to citizenship for an estimated 12 million illegal immigrants rallied around the nation Tuesday, hoping to spur Congress to act before the looming presidential primaries take over the political landscape.Hundreds? Dozens? Those numbers are really small. The AP piece is typical open borders, give them citizenship fluff, but those numbers speak volumes (note this Reuters headline that can't deny the truth). The climate in America has changed and this is one issue the Republican's own. Everyone in America comes from immigrants, that's true. But most came here legally and not only waited for their citizenship, but assimilated into the fabric of our nation.From Phoenix to Detroit, hundreds of people carried American flags in the streets.
...Hours before the march was set to begin in Chicago, dozens of demonstrators began arriving carrying American flags, signs and placards, including one that read "We may not have it all together, but together we can have it all."
With the exception of Tom Tancredo and Duncan Hunter, the GOP field has been wary of entering into this very important debate. President Bush himself has hedged and has lost support of a lot Republican's because of it.
We need real immigration reform and we need it now. Real reform does not offer amnesty nor reward those who've broken the law. It does provide funding for real border security and it provides for consequences if you cross illegally. Reform also requires the U.S. to take a firmer stance with Mexico and calling for economic sanctions if they don't stem the flow.
I know they are just seeking a better life and money to support their families. I feel for them and wish their own leaders would provide them more opportunity. I believe in immigration if it's legal imigration where taxes are paid for services provided. I'm 100% against illegal immigration.
Previously on 'The Stump':· Will Farm Bill Increase Illegal Immigration?
· Bush Pushes Immigration Again
· Bush Finally Getting Serious About Illegal Immigration?
Reader Comments ( Page 6 of 6)
76. # 67 You too are a dumb ass if you think that we should feel sorry for the illegals because they cant get taxes and they cant get government help. Of course they shouldnt get that"DUH THEY ARE ILLEGAL"! The same people that smash into other people on the highway and city streets and dont have insurance.
Who do you think gets the shaft from that? Need I answer? Wake up, if you want to make things right you got to start with yourself. You say your husband is illegal like its nothing. Youre just as bad as the rest of them. And to all you hard working individuals that did it the right and legal way, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO.
Emil at 7:37PM on May 4th 2007
77. #67 YOU NEED TO PACK UP YOUR ILLEGAL HUSBAND AND YOUR ILLEGAL BABY AND GO TO HIS HOME COUNTRY. MAYBE YOU CAN GET SOME HELP THERE.IF YOU LOVE HIM SO MUCH MAKE HIM DO IT THE LEGAL WAY
rose at 2:09AM on May 6th 2007
78. I realize my Great grandparents (on both sides of my family) came to the United States of America through Ellis Island. They were immigrants coming to this country from Italy and Portugal’s (Azores Islands) for a better life. The thing is, they came to the country legally!!
I have no problem with Mexicans. The problem I have is: Crossing the border is Illegal. Therefore, they already did something they should not have done. This might be the reasons most American’s are upset.
It’s just like someone lying to your face or doing something behind your back. You have a hard time trusting that person again.
I do not have a problem with a Mexican, or anyone else for that matter, taking jobs away from Americans. If they choose to do a job that seems to be below an American’s standards, then by all means let them work!!
As I stated, I have no problem with Mexicans. A major problem I do have is with those Employers that choose to pay them pennies a day to do the hard work the do!!
I think, if the Employers that hire a Mexican choose to pay them pennies a day they should also pay to send them to school for an education!
This way the Mexican people do not have to work these crappy jobs for the rest of their lives. If they get educated then they too will be able to move up on the ladder of success and those future Immigrants that choose to come to this GREAT COUNTRY of OURS will be able to find work that the Mexican’s left behind !!
Jan G. at 12:39AM on May 12th 2007