United We Stand

According to Senator Harry Reid, “Our immigration system is broken. Democrats, Republicans and Independents all agree, and history has shown that neither a piecemeal nor a border-only approach will work to fix this problem.” I must agree. Our system is broken and something needs to be done about it. Whether you agree or disagree with the controversial new immigration law in Arizona, its boldness is proof that nation wide action needs to be taken. Our country has noted for many years that immigration is a problem that needs to be fixed, however, comprehensive and strong action has not been taken. Immigration reform is vital to our nation’s security. We need to know who is coming into to this country and what they are doing here. Illegal border crossing can be prevented by better boarder patrol. This can be accomplished with better technology and well train personal to watch the boarders. As well creating a stronger boarder security something needs to be done about the eleven million people already living here illegally. Arizona’s new law is an attempt to solve this problem. However, it is important that as a country we are tough on illegal immigration, but also fair. Senator Reid suggests, “People in the country illegally must be required to register with the government, pass criminal and national security background checks, obey the law, pay back taxes and learn English. After they get right with the law, they must go to the back of a very long line.” I am tired of all the controversial debate of how illegal immigration should be handled. It is about time that we come up with a compromise and deal with the situation together as a nation and combat illegal immigration head on. It is important that we stop sitting around talking about immigration reform, the longer we don’t take action the longer our country left vulnerable. Our immigration laws, like I said, should be tough, but fair. They should reflect our values as Americans while offering security and protection for American citizens. This will be accomplished when we unite as a nation, when republicans and democrats a like sit down and come up with a compromised plan.