Conversations that I've had in conjunction with information from the news networks have led me to the conclusion that politicians do not want to solve our country's immigration problem. I believe this because I watch them appear to tackle the issue without ever solving it. I also believe the immigration problem can be easily solved.
A point I want to point out in regards to immigration is that it stirs up a pot of emotion in most Americans. People view undocumented people as job thieves, squatters, and non tax paying residents. Naturally, politicians want to keep Americans focused on this issue. They know their stance on immigration can give them victory or defeat in an election. It is in their best interest to keep the pot boiling.
The immigration battle, a battle that has been going on more than three decades, can easily be solved by making undocumented people full citizens. This will allow them to participate in our society without fear of deportation. This will allow them to pay taxes just like the rest of us (well some of us), and this will even the playing field. With full citizenship, undocumented people can find better jobs, access education and branch out from construction, lawn care and restaurant jobs. With full citizenship, undocumented people will more readily learn English. They will be able to compete and reinforce the ideals of capitalism.
You may ask, why go this route? It's the morally right thing to do. Why are undocumented people, specifically Latinos, less worthy of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness? Why do we have the mentality that they are unworthy to bear the title "American?"
Once they become full citizens, politicians will have to find something new to focus on. A good thing to focus on is the moral character of the people leading our nation.
- Christopher McAbee
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