It will be perceived as such if we assume that everyone who crosses our border is intent on resting in the hammock of other people's wealth. Conservatives have insisted that people of other nations are intent on flocking to this country because of the opportunities for success based on merits. Which attitude is most common to human nature? Yearning for freedom and opportunity, or yearning for a life of ease? Conservatives, if they made a serious effort, could turn the tables on liberal Democrats if they found a way to educate and motivate the citizenry (including those who are pressing in) in matters of citizenship. Voting is not a right, but a privilege that ought to require testing and license. "If you come to this country expecting to live on other people's wealth, you will NOT be voting here. If you come here intent on working and improving our way of life while defending our freedoms, here is a test for you to pass, and until you do, you're not voting either."