Why do people that I used to side on about anti-illegal immigration all of a suden turn their back at me? Why cant I have my own opinions about the way I feel about illegal immigration and not be told what to believe?
2006-10-05 17:44:46 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
LOL.Good times.
2006-10-07 03:56:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Are you illegal if you mortgage your future on a 30-day boat trip to a land you've never seen, stand with hundreds of thousands of your closest friends, have your family name of 300+ years respelled by an overworked immigration official, endure the rankest conditions our major cities could find for you, and scratch, claw, kick, bite, and maybe double-deal to make something of yourself? Because except for slaves, that's how most Americans from 1840 on did it-- they went through the process. The difference now is that most supporters of illegal immigration turn a blind eye to the fact that these people-- while they may deserve the same chance at success and self-respect legal Americans have-- did not go, and have not gone, through the process.
The decision to support or resist illegal immigration breaks this way: If I break into your house at 2am and take your stuff, have I "earned" it, or "stolen" it? If you willfully cheat your way into Harvard, should they give you a degree with honors becaue you showed up?
Have your own opinions. That's what makes America America. But know that whenever you pick a side, whether in dodgeball or politics, you implicitly allow yourself to be both befriended and targeted.
2006-10-05 18:15:57 · answer #2 · answered by jrsydevl74 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The problem with people is that they believe in different peoples opinion... Just as long as they are the same as their own. But because you were opinionated against illegal immigration, and now you're for it, they may be upset that you have changed your mind. The stronger that they are going to feel again illegal immigration, the stronger they are going to feel against your opinion.
I had to edit this after reading a few of the other answers.
People, she isn't condeming her old friends for still having their beliefs, all she's asking is why her friends turn their backs on her just for having a different opinion!
There are a lot of reasons why people are against illegal immigration, there's also a lot of reasons to be sympathetic for the illegal immigrants. Good for you for actually taking a serious look at it instead of just focusing on the cons.
White Americans mainly came over with the English, The African-Americans although their migration is conflicted, came from Africa. Unless you are 100% NATIVE American, at some point on your blood line, you migrated to America. The laws have changed since then, but why condem this girl just for voicing her opinion. By all means disagree with it if you really wish, but that doesn't make her a fool or a lier, you just can't help how you feel about a topic.
2006-10-05 17:53:49 · answer #3 · answered by kittycat_cc14 3 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I am for a fantastic immigration invoice simplest below those stipulations: a million. If upon getting inexperienced card they have got a specified quantity of years to use for citizenship and if they don't by means of then, they need to return house for well. two. Once getting the fairway card they have got to promise to take ESOL categories(of that are loose incidentally,relying for your place) three. They have got to exhibit that they're equipped of acquiring a well respectable activity or can be ready to acquire after citizenship. four. They are not able to have to any extent further kids till once they grow to be residents (they may be able to,however this sort of kids can simplest be included below their possess cash) five. They are not able to petition for family to come back as soon as residents. 6. If they have got any moves towards them with the legislation earlier than citizenship they're to be deported instantly. 7. After citizenship, they have got to wait an "x" quantity quantity of years earlier than being allowed to vote in order that our govt may also be mindful they real wish to be committed residents that give a contribution to this nation eight. If a invoice meets the above stipulations and does no longer intervene with "fiance visa" method, I say permit development start.
2016-08-29 07:09:11 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it's that you're equating illegal immigration with a Christian term. "Born again" denotes that you were blind before (thus, your friends are blind) and now you can "see".
I salute your sympathy for the hardships many illegal immigrants suffer. However, I encourage you to explore the social impact and economic impact illegal immigration is having on our country. You don't have to claim one "side" or the other. You can have a positive and a negative opinion on the matter at the same time.
Do you want to go to college? Are you aware that illegal immigrants now enjoy residential status when paying tuition? If you go to an out-of-state college, you'll be paying hundreds per credit, when an illegal immigrant is paying $18 per credit.
Do you have gangs in your neighborhood? Do you have to live in a gated community? Mexican gangs are enjoying more influence and freedom in coming here. They've brought violence and drug trafficking with them, too.
2006-10-05 17:52:29 · answer #5 · answered by roberticvs 4 · 1⤊ 4⤋
Who says that you can't have your own opinion? However, common sense should tell you that when you are dealing with a subject as sensitive as the immigration issue that your former allies will become your foes. Personal attacks occur on both sides of the debate, but don't let it deter you from your opinion.
2006-10-05 17:50:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 2⤋
I agree with the first person that answered your question, everyone has a right to be here trying to make a better life for themselves just as much as the next guy does, we are all illegal immigrants unless you are a native american, this land is your land, this land is my land, till we die anyways, then it's the next guys, learn to share people
2006-10-05 17:50:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 3⤋
Because despite the fact that America is a nation created on the backs of Immigrants (legal or not), todays society does not like to see anyone else get ahead or do better than themselves. It is easier to blame not getting a job because the immigrants took it rather than a lack of education or motivation. A lack of self responsibility.
2006-10-05 17:47:23 · answer #8 · answered by Cherry_Blossom 5 · 6⤊ 4⤋
This is a politically volatile issue. If you pick sides, people will hate you either way.
If all of your friends want to protect the borders and legal residents against another 9/11, then they'll be upset.
If they don't care about this country, then they'll be happy.
2006-10-05 17:49:04 · answer #9 · answered by Karl the Webmaster 3 · 4⤊ 3⤋
It's because most of the people you used to side on were misguided . they believe that the illegal immigrants are taking something from them while they are not . they pay taxes , they do jobs that others don't want , they contribute, and without them the us would falter .
oh and roberticv here's a fact : you must have proof you have lived there for one year bore they call it residential .
2006-10-05 17:52:47 · answer #10 · answered by kame 2 · 3⤊ 5⤋
You can believe whatever you want to, but I'm sure you will loose a lot of friends. This is a strong subject, what made you change, did you get a new boyfriend. You'll probably have to make a lot of new friends, with illegals most likely. "Birds of a feather, flock together".
2006-10-05 17:49:16 · answer #11 · answered by pixles 5 · 3⤊ 4⤋