December 9, 2012
Understanding Immigration Reform
Introduction
Mark Wilson/Getty Images Participants in a rally for comprehensive immigration reform in Washington, on Nov. 8.The overwhelming support of Latino and immigrant voters for President Obama last month has politicians and pundits talking, once again, about comprehensive immigration reform. The debate has taken greater urgency in Congress with both sides considering plans.
But comprehensive immigration reform means different things to different people. What should we look for in attempts to improve what everyone seems to agree is a national problem?
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Read the Discussion »Debaters
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Path to Citizenship Must Be Included
Without it, there would be a permanent underclass alienated from our institutions, with little permanent stake in our society.
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Deal Later With Those Here Illegally
Bills intended to solve everything create new problems, with payoffs for special interests, and measures working at cross purposes.
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One Bill of Compromises Isn’t the Answer
Instead, we need to assemble the votes for a broad earned legalization program for the 11 million now illegally residing in the country.
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We Need an Electronic Verification System
Such a system, coupled with stiff fines for employers who knowingly hire illegal immigrants, is essential.
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Stop With the ‘Us vs.Them’ Approach
A roadmap to citizenship for all should be a basic element of any comprehensive legislation on immigration reform.
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‘Comprehensive’ Means No Stop-Gap Solutions
If your car is out of gas and has a dead battery and a flat tire, it won't help to solve one problem. You need a comprehensive approach.
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