Immigration Reform - Amnesty

 My thoughts on Immigration, Amnesty & Border Security.

We are a nation of immigrants. Many of us have immigrated here from nations around the world to pursue a ideal, a way of life, a hope. Some of us have parent's or grandparents who immigrated here and some of us have been here awhile longer or may be descendant from the original inhabitants the native American Indians.

We can work together despite our differences and keep our ethnicity and culture but we must be able to compromise in order to live together in a peaceful society.

One can not come to the United States of America with the mentality that they will live here in the same exact way they did in their homeland. Especially, if they have come here from a intolerant society ruled by extremist  or religious zealots.

In America religion is a personal belief and practice you can share with other's so long as you do so in a peaceful and reasonable manner. To talk and discuss reasonably, not to use intimidation or violence to force other's to agree to or live according to your views religious or other wise.

If you choose to come to America - the legal method can be daunting to apply properly, and wait for response and comply with necessary rules, regulations and laws.

I don't argue that immigration probably does need some reform - in that the process should be simplified on ways to apply LEGALLY.

Though I do believe that all immigrants should be fingerprinted, photographed (must have a legal identification) and a background check done to investigate if there is a criminal history. This should be part of the process which includes a legal valid ID for the purposes of employment, voting, banking, and anything else which requires proof of identification.



When one desires citizenship they must renounce their loyalty to other nations. They must not be in a position where they must choose what loyalty they have when or if a war would break out between the United States and their country of origin. Dual citizenship or fighting in any war against the United States of America should warrant an automatic revocation of citizenship rights and benefits and a investigation & prosecution same person for crimes against the United States of America.


This is a 'no brain-er' at least for most of us. Learning basic English should be required for the benefit of all concerned a common language is productive and less costly in regard to legal matters and daily life in the United States. Having a common language allows a person to feel more a part of the society rather than isolated in a ethnic community.

Am I in favor of amnesty for those who are already in the United States of America? No, I am not. Any nation when opening their doors to immigrants would be foolish to invite criminals or those who have already proven their disdain for that nations laws and the legal process.

Person's who respect the nations immigration laws and who make every attempt to provide the necessary documentation and complete required training or education should be given top priority.

Those who have show disdain and disrespect for the American Legal system by coming here in a illegal manner or overstaying visa's should be deported immediately without exception.

By comparison - Lie to a judge in a court of law once, that persons credibility is then no longer trusted in said court. IF we already know that certain persons will not obey American laws of immigration then how can anyone believe that the same person's would suddenly become law abiding citizens if they were given legal citizenship status? Their credibility has already been damaged.
So, no I am not in favor of amnesty. If you are here illegally, understand its a matter of honor and respect. IF you do not respect our laws nor have the honor to apply for legal status through or immigration system then you can not expect Americans to trust you to obey our other laws.