Do U find it fascinating that the same people who will accuse anyone who opposes illegal aliens of racism?

Question

Are they so comfortable promoting nasty, belittling stereotypes of Americans: they are fat and lazy, have "attitudes," are "complacent," only wish to watch mind-numbing television, and their country would come to a dead stop without hard-working immigrants, presumably because their fat- and tv-addled brains are incapable of the kind of innovation that only immigrants can provide them. It is a wonder that such people managed to somehow build a country that many people want to immigrate to.

I also find it fascinating that the same people protesting for "solidarity" seem to have no sense of solidarity with American workers, and simply accept their bosses viewpoint that American workers are "lazy" and have "attitudes" when they reject poorly paid employment, complain about dangerous working conditions, or seek to organize on their jobs. What say you ?

Answer 1

While the immigration issue does attract racists, it has been my experience that most of these racists are to be found amongst our pro-mass immigration opponents—in particular, among the ethnic-identity pressure groups and politicians.
To those (sometimes) well-meaning but confused people who insist that immigration is a racial issue, I always ask: "Well, then, since you are absolutely certain one's position on immigration is all about race, what are your racial reasons for supporting this current flood?"
This question seems to cause confusion.
I believe that the confusion arises from our nation's unfortunate muddle-headedness on issues of race and culture. The current dogma of the "multicultural" ideology has convinced many Americans that "culture" and "race" are the same things. Just think of the endless paeans to multiculturalism in advertising, political speech, academia, etc.: they are always illustrated by a photo of people of different races.

This is dangerous and wrong.

While a black American and a white American might be different colors, they are equally American, i.e., they share the same culture.

Modern "multiculturalists" are the true racists when they elevate skin color to a place as primary as culture.

Answer 2

It's not fair to describe this man, Lou Dobbs, as a racist. Some people might don't like his hard-position about the Illegal Immigration issue and they use "racism" to try to stop him. Lou Dobbs has some good point of views about the middle class, in its show he always gives some great idea to force the politicians in Washington to think differently when it comes to the people of the middle class. It's certain that Lou Dobbs is really against Illegal Immigration in this country as every great American as well. His position is clear and he's ready to take any fight when it comes to this issue, he's ready to face anything to end this mess here in America. But unlike some people in this forum Lou Dobbs, an educated man, never said to deport all undocumented Aliens because they all are criminals. The reality doesn't prove all those undocumented Aliens are criminals and also, they're not solely responsible for the crimes in America.

Answer 3

Take a look back at our history, our innovations were made by people driven by their desire to succeed. I think what you are describing is a certain section of middle class moronity, you know, the ones who spend their time watching tv and dreaming of winning the lottery to the exclusion of all else that life has to offer. I wouldn't call it fascinating, but it is an interesting question! There is a lot of merit in what you say about "illegal aliens", most people are way too lazy to get out and hustle for a 4 dollar an hour job, when they can make more on welfare or unemployment. I work hard for my money, but no where near as hard as anyof the illegals do...not only do they take jobs no one else wants, they face the added complication of having to stay in the shadows so Immigration doesn't catch them and deport them.

Answer 4

My whole issue with ILLEGAL aliens is that they are well...ILLEGAL!

There is a law and a system for getting into the states for a reason...do you think its fair for the citizens of the US to have to pay more for taxes and health care because when the Aliens go to the hospital, they don't pay their bills and that reflects onto your healthcare? Its not fair at all for those who have waited years and years to finally be able to move here with there families and loved ones, only to be accused of being some lowly illegal...when most have worked really hard ot be legal and go through the system, and work hard when they get here. Im not saying that hte illegals are lazy...but neither are americans. I don't know where you are getting your information..but its not right at all. Many employers don't hire americans, because we won't work for peanuts...the Illegals will work for any amount of money...Thus taking jobs and causing a HUGE problem..especially where I live.

Answer 5

Did you watch that show 30 days? Where that guy had to spend 30 days with those illegal immigrants, You could tell that the immigrants wanted to call him racist so badly but couldn't because the guy was Mexican American

Answer 6

Racism has nothing to do with with being upset over the immigration problem, but it does have everything to do with perpetuating the myth of any race or culture by defining them by their status. Some people step a bit further over the line than they should on this issue, and yes, it does make them racist.

Answer 7

How about this, my friend...


An Hispanic woman screams at the border patrol agent who is part of the "Operation Wagontrain" that busted Swift, Co.

She screams, rants and rails in anger that they DARE send illegals back to ?????? Mexico?????

While wearing a huge Mexican flag around her shoulders....

So MY profound question is this....if they believe all YOU say and are so desperate to be here...why do they glorify the nation that dumped them?

Or is this part of a bigger plan, as suggested by La Raza...the invasion and retaking of America.

My conclusion is simply this...those 20 million illegals are ALL potential TERRORIST and need to be removed.

Answer 8

I agree with you regarding pro-illegals thinking that Americans who oppose illigal immigration are fat, lazy & complacent.

The illegal feels no solidarity with anyone that doesn't support and allow his continued disregard for the laws of the country he is trying to stay in illegally. I can only concur that this lack of respect for our laws would continue, should this person receive amnesty, and be allowed to stay.

Answer 9

I do not say those things. I do not believe Bush's line about how immigrants are doing the jobs "americans won't do". Americans will do any job if you pay them what the job is worth. The problem with being so "against" illegal immigrants is that what is happening is a humanitarian crisis. the only humane solution is to improve conditions in mexico so they don't need to immigrate, not to make their lives worse, because if we start arresting them, those family members they're sending their paychecks back to will start coming here as well.

Answer 10

I think it's racist that anti-illegals automatically assume someone is talking about Mexicans when illegal immigration is brought up. As the other side is so fond of telling us, there are plenty of other illegals - so aren't THEY the racists here?