Posted on 03/27/2006 11:18:08 PM PST by beaversmom
A sampling of polls reveals that most Americans are concerned about the financial impact of illegal immigration and fret over porous borders, lax enforcement and easygoing policies that could reward or encourage lawbreakers.
The concern cuts across demographics. A Quinnipiac University Polling Institute survey of 1,892 registered voters released March 3 found that 88 percent think illegal immigration is a serious problem; 83 percent of respondents identified as children or grandchildren of immigrants agreed. The margin of error was two percentage points.
In addition, 62 percent opposed measures that would make it easier for illegals to become citizens; 56 percent of the immigrant descendants agreed. Seventy-two percent did not favor allowing illegals to get driver's licenses; 66 percent of the immigrant descendants agreed.
"If you're not here legally, you shouldn't get government benefits, Americans say overwhelmingly," said poll director Maurice Carroll.
Many Americans equate illegal immigration with a threat to the nation's security. A Time magazine survey of 1,002 adults released in late January found that three-quarters would penalize employers hiring illegals and 70 percent felt illegals increased the likelihood of terrorism. The margin of error was three percentage points.
Those with financial clout are also uneasy. A Gallup Poll of 802 U.S. investors released yesterday found that 80 percent said the federal government should do more to prevent illegal immigration. Although 84 percent said illegals mostly took jobs Americans didn't want, 62 percent said illegals hurt the national investment climate. Sixty-eight percent said illegals cost taxpayers too much because of their demands for public education and health care. The margin of error was four percentage points.
Gallup analyst Dennis Jacobe was surprised by the findings, saying, "When eight in 10 of those individuals who probably benefit the most from illegal immigration want the federal government to act to prevent...
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I didn't realize what a Xenophobic paper the Washington Times was. /s
Didja all see this???
http://www.immigrationwatchdog.com/media/aztlan.mov
http://www.immigrationwatchdog.com/?page_id=810
Thanks--I just watched one. Thanks for depressing me for the rest of the night:)
One more reason to buy lots of ammo.
I just now watched it myself...bad move, so late at night.
Heh. No kidding...
We are not a country of street mobs. Unlike third world Latin countries, Americans debate issues and vote for those supporting their views. Citizens with jobs, families and responsibilities do not need to compete in street theatrics with those who march because they cannot (legally) vote.
Since the public seems to have a better grasp of U.S. laws, I'll throw my 2¢ in. New Policys. No visitor (tourist type) may stay more than 60 days. ALL normal legal immigration suspended for 8 years. We are at war. Time for tough measures.
So you think we will be at war for another 8 years? Do you mean Iraq? Or some other Middle Eastern country?
That video is very disturbing.
No kidding it is...
PLEASE pass it on...
What software do you use to play a .mov file?
You think I should know this? You think I'm some kinda hi-tech chick? Sheesh, do YOU have a lot to learn! ;)
Click the second link. It'll take you to a site where you can choose one of three download options. I have dsl, I clicked Windows Media High and it opened right up in....Windows Media.
they come here for a better life, YOURS...
Quick Time
I don't know whether to laugh or cry.
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