What do you think about immigration?

Question

If you have low tolerance or high tolerance please explain in detail. Also, if you were a foreigner what would be your plan of action if your country was being terrorized, corrupt government, etc. ?

Answer 1

I think legal immigration is a wonderful thing, I am glad to accept and welcome anyone who comes to my country by following the laws.

I have an extremely low tolerance for illegal aliens.

And, if my country were in shambles, I would try to do what I could to change things. If that weren't an option, and my life were in danger, then I'd look into asylum or refugee programs in other countries. But, I'd never just flee and park myself in another country without respecting their laws.

Answer 2

Immigration is basically the foundation of our country. The only difference between the days when I was growing up in Philadelphia and now, people either dont want to or have a hard time going through the immigration to naturalization process. I remember Ellis Island,where immigrants stayed while their information was documented. Then they moved to whatever city or town where they started new lives. One thing I do remember, is, all of the immigrants learned how to speak English. They may still have spoken Polish or German at home, but they spoke English in public and on the job.
If I was a foreigner and the government was corrupt,I would probably try to go somewhere else. It cant be an easy decision,because it would mean leaving everything familiar.

Answer 3

I am pro-immigration with one exception.I moved from the UK to the USA and I cannot recieve any public benefits for five years or I will be deported, which I totally agree with. In the UK if you are an immigrant the minute you step into the country you can claim a whole host of benefits, alongside free health care.I am from an immigrant family so I have a high tolerance of immigration but I think it should be done the american way: choose and screen who comes into the country, and let them pay for themselves. The fact that my country lets anyone in and then pays for them and their 13 kids is the reason I had to leave despite the fact that I loved england and get very homesick

Answer 4

Illegal immigration is a major problem that must be stopped. There must be stronger border controls to minimize the problem. I also believe that there should be some type of amnesty program for illegal immigrants currently in the USA which should include a requirement to speak the English language clearly.
I believe that the US government should also provide special allowances to allow people being terrorized in their country the opportunity and ability to immigrate to the USA.

Answer 5

Immigration is how this country got started. My family migrated from Mexico and I am glad. I am third generation and I am grateful to my grand parents for the opportunity to live here in the united states. i think it is horrible the things people do to enter this country. I live 10 minutes from the Mexico border and there are many deaths here where I live. Mainly men who try to build a new life here and then later try to bring their families. It is hard to become a citizen. They ar enot allowed to live here while waiting for their citizenship. Some do not have the money to pay for citizenship.

One problem I do have is why is there a wall being bulit along the U.S/Mexico border and not the along the US/Canada border? Immigration doesn't only pertain to Mexico, but those from Canada, and other continents. I know it's not every where, but I don't see why there are so many people who 'hate' mexicans because of this 'immigration problem' Mexican citizens are not the only ones that are migrating to the United States.

I can truly say that I take this alittle more pesonal because my family migrated.

For all those who are opposed to immigration, you need to look into your family history and you will see, you too are an immigrant! Had now your ancestors left their country to come and better their chances and their families chances you may not have that car, home, clothes and even the job that you have now.

Answer 6

I think the illegal immigrants from Mexico, are pretty damn good at organizing marches and protesting the US government to get what they want, why cant they do such in Mexico to change things and rid their government of corruption? So,yes I have low tolerance because I think the US laws and sovereignty are being disrespected and step on...

Answer 7

Immigration is just an indication that we are all connected. One who wants to move from where he was born and raised does so for many reasons. One cannot categorize anyone's choice. Sometimes it is forced upon a person as you noted, if there was a threat to life and belief, I would have to move. In fact I am presently looking for a new job in another city because I believe my current location will not find me a job that will meet my needs because of what others might think of me or what I have done. This is a form of immigration. Luckily for me I do not have to do this this after noon like some might. However, immigration brings problems as you noted, there are others who are threatened by the competition. There are others who are intolerent because the new comers believe differently or look different or talk different. We need to come to a reality that we must work to accept others and make them welcome. At the same time we must educate those who feel threatened. They have the right to happiness too. If they do not have the skills to work as hard or as well as the new comers, they will be threatened. And employers have to be sensitive about that. We have to open our mouths and speak about realities, instead of being two faced about this. Politically this is a hot potatoe because politicians see it as a way to move voters one way or the other. Let us be wary of those who would get gain by speaking out against immigtation, unless they have solutions to what to do about it too.

Answer 8

I believe that like myself, the majority of Americans have no objection to LEGAL immigration. It's what has made, and continues to make our country great. I also believe that like myself, the majority of Americans object strongly to ILLEGAL immigration. The last part of your question would take me too long to give you an honest answer, but succinctly, I'd do all that i could to defeat terrorism in my country.

Answer 9

Immigration made this country great. Legal that is.
Illegals are pariah on this country. 21 Americans are killed each day by illegal aliens. Our Senators and Prez are dragging their feet closing our borders. The two Senators in Georgia are in deep do-do for siding with Bush on this. They backtracked big time when their phones rang off the hook during the amnesty attempt. They may not survive they next election.

Answer 10

if you are a legal immigrant then i have no problem you are documented just like I am documented... The government knows I exist. If you are illegal then you are undocumented then you are a problem. If you are in a accident and are undocumented it causes legal problems for everyone involved