And that right there is the whole issue - how come illegals get representation in OUR government? Heck, as bad as those from my home state are, I feel like I am not represented - and I am a CITIZEN!!!!
You're not represented, that is why. Illegals in the USA have more rights, generally, than legal US citizens and residents:
If you tried to enroll in an out of state public college in some states, you would be expected to pay out of state tuition, not so for an illegal.
If you needed health care and could not pay for it, you'd get it, but then be hounded for the rest of your life to pay for it. Meanwhile, illegals clog our health care system to the brim and rarely pay for anything with no consequence at all.
If you tried enrolling your children in public schools, you'd be expected to provide proof that you live in the district in which you were enrolling. Illegals, even though they are not legal residents of any state, don't have to go through that hassle.
Your perception is reality my friend. Legal citizens get the short end of the stick from what is supposed to be our government.