Isn't that the truth!
yes... it would be nice - then they could review what that child has been doing for the last 18 years before they decide if they should get citizenship to the US or not.
If they don't get citizenship then should right after applying then they should prove they are a productive visitor in the US. (that is how they do it in the Bahamas - they have to get a work permit after they reach 18 if they do not get or apply for citizenship.)
TrimSpew CEO is on now