Immigration - December 2007

I don’t think so. If we stopped catering to these non-English speakers (living in the U.S.), they will have to learn English! Why do agencies, like the Language Access Project, insist that government offices must supply translators for non-English speaking clients? The more we cater to these non-English speakers, the less they learn. In the long run, it will benefit everyone, including the non-English speakers, if we stopped babying them!

Here’s the article that prompted me to post this question:

A new study says language barriers are creating obstacles in benefits offices throughout the city.

The study released Wednesday by immigration advocates found that 26 percent of Human Resource Administration offices are not meeting legal requirements by providing translators for their clients.

Read more:
http://www.ny1.com/ny1/content/index.jsp?stid=1&aid=76506

2007-12-12 11:12:34 · 20 answers · asked by GoYankees&Giants! 5

Will all 50 states enact legislation to stop illegal immigration because of the failed Federal policies now in effect?
http://www.qctimes.com/articles/2007/12/12//news/local/doc47603d6110294897376090.txt

2007-12-12 11:09:13 · 16 answers · asked by chuck_junior 7

but the american citizen tax payers pay for the health care of illegals and other social services for illegals plus the education of their children. And even college financial aid and scholarships, which are harder to get these days than before, are available to the children of illegal aliens...instead of going to the children of american citizen/tax payers as they should.

I heard that some corporations even give their illegal alien employers brochures telling them how to take advantage of free health care that is supposed to be a social safety net for american citizens down on their luck.

Is that about right?

2007-12-12 10:35:23 · 7 answers · asked by sergbelxx 1

and i pay taxes. I have a baby on the way and im getting married. Ok its time to become legal. Whats the best way? Should i go back home and do it from there or is there a way to do it here? I really need so solid advice. I want to be successful for myself and my family. When i came here i was a dumb child now im a man and want to make things right. Thank you

2007-12-12 09:53:08 · 17 answers · asked by stinkyrichdad 1

I have noticed that a lot of Americans have emigrated to France Britain and other European countries particularly France. Whats soo appealing in France/Europe that has Americans emigrating there.

Also which Americans are likely to leave America permanently and why. Im asking this because im a foreign student in the USA and one classmate of mine (American) told me she doesnt like america and wants to emigrate to Brazil,,,I never got her explination for why she hates America but I have always beleived that Americans love their country and would never leave it but even in my home continent there is a growing number of Americans some of whome are wealthy middle class who want nothing to do with America.

2007-12-12 09:37:04 · 13 answers · asked by Karl L 3

2007-12-12 08:22:35 · 4 answers · asked by Sneha 1

2007-12-12 08:12:03 · 2 answers · asked by jorge m 1

2007-12-12 07:44:45 · 18 answers · asked by Neomaxizoomedweebie 3

and why do I get the distinct impression there is a bias against following the law and lowering the boom on these criminals and the ones who hire them?

Why does someone who oppose giving financial aid to children of illegal aliens portrayed as some sort of extremist? After all, its just plain logican that if you dont want illegal aliens you must remove all incentives that make them think we are softies that they can take advantage of.

2007-12-12 07:21:28 · 17 answers · asked by sergbelxx 1

I have a friend that was raped just over a year ago. No charges were ever made, if you know anything about our legal system putting through a rape charge is virtually impossible. This is a fact she has long ago accepted however this guy is still living in the same town and she constantly worries in the back of her mind if she is going to run into him on the street. The guy in question is living here illigally and working under the table and not paying taxes. I was wondering if anyone knew the process to report and have someone like this deported as that would go a long way to restoring my friends piece of mind.

2007-12-12 07:12:44 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

The source article in the OC Register:
http://www.ocregister.com/ocregister/news/nationworld/article_1087193.php

2007-12-12 06:30:36 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-12 03:42:57 · 17 answers · asked by delina_m 6

not wanted?

So is this all about not wanting to hurt illegal aliens feelings? heh

Your comments please?

2007-12-12 03:33:01 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

its been over 17 yrs but still in the us any chance of him getting a legal status.. he has a geen card before n he's family is here n all are us citizens

2007-12-12 02:56:36 · 9 answers · asked by riverthisss 1

Can anyone show me to some credible sources that show that the majority of illegal immigrants:
hurt the economy?
get free healthcare?
are on welfare?
are committing crimes (other than immigrating)?
steal the jobs of Americans?

Please do not give me isolated examples. I want statistics, if at all possible.

Also, why does it bother people that many of them speak Spanish?

2007-12-12 02:49:47 · 24 answers · asked by Cold Hard Fact 6

I hate to be a single issue voter but this election, I will only vote for the presidential or any canidate who will stop illegal immigration A N D send or cause illegals to go back to whence they came. Does anyone else feel as I do ?

2007-12-12 01:16:42 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have heard that a lot of the cheap immigrant workers live in caravans - they can't afford proper housing.

The UK has had a pretty high standard of living so far -- is it a good idea to encourage wages so low that the standard of living is dragged down?

2007-12-11 23:23:29 · 11 answers · asked by P P 3

what nation is strong in your area and where do you live

2007-12-11 22:20:17 · 24 answers · asked by mister.alan 4

we have kids running around shouting f school,cops,adults,any type of authority.they think it is cool to break into and steal a car.we have a very high divorce rate.many cheating spouses.many abusive spouses.we cant fix a country till we fix our homes.we have Jerry Springer,Cheaters,all types of stupid programs just wasting air time.violence and cussing is a normal thing in movies now.and we wonder why our country is going to hell?how can we expect anyone to respect our country and laws if our own people do not?

2007-12-11 21:27:03 · 15 answers · asked by Alwaysright 5

Just wondering. How does an American obtain citizenship in another country? Any country at all will do. Thanks.

2007-12-11 21:01:12 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im a pretty conservative person, I feel like illegal immigrant are not a good addition to our society, but I dont have any poor feelings toward immigrants in general. I really wouldn't mind having more immigrants here if we could get them to integrate into society more suitably, but it doesnt seem like either republicans or democrats have any ideas on the table that even come close to solving the problems. Republicans want to keep them out and dont want to help these already here, and democrats dont want to touch it or want to give the illegals treatment Americans themselves dont even get. There must be a better way.
Isnt it about time we started working together on solving this, I mean lets take a look at this realistically. The illegals here arent going away, they never will and they re going to have kids that are American.

2007-12-11 20:47:21 · 10 answers · asked by Doggzilla 6

2007-12-11 20:07:07 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-11 19:12:17 · 1 answers · asked by elizabeth f 1

I'm divided on this issue. I have heard several sides to the story and hope that someone can provide me with a truthful honest answer.

Also what do you believe is the best solution to this issue?

2007-12-11 18:50:14 · 22 answers · asked by Jukari 4

My grandmother is a former Canadian who lost citizenship though naturalization to the US. Under the newer Citizenship policies, does she qualify for citizenship? Does my mother? Do I?

2007-12-11 18:31:01 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-11 16:16:52 · 24 answers · asked by Mexicanisch 2

2007-12-11 16:16:08 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

We should be getting it tomorrow and we want to know how much money we will be needing help us out....

2007-12-11 15:27:00 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

With all due respect im not saying all...I like Americans and they are cool but i get pissed off and mistreated when you see on tv for example..
Blenn Beck on CNN he was saying **** about mexicans!
c'mon i know we mexicans can be over the line sometimes but why though?

2007-12-11 14:24:35 · 39 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-11 14:23:06 · 14 answers · asked by ♥Hi!♥ 3