You know what? I resent that too, because I am Latina myself... but, I am an American citizen; my Dad was born here and he served his country during WWII; I was born and raised abroad but always had my heart and loyalty in the right place: the US. It was this country that gave my grandparents a chance at a better life. When I was finally able to "immigrate back" to my country, it took me four long years to get my three children here legally and I resent these damn bastards who jump the fence and demand to get overnight what my grandparents and my Dad worked all their lifes for. The hell with them!!!!!!!!
A hug for you - you a true American, with a Latina-style passion for justice too!
Immigrants DID build this country - the kind of immigrants who wanted to be Americans. They are building it still, and they must make their voices heard in this debate. Otherwise, other citizens from other countries may be making decisions for us...
I thank your father for his service.
My parents were immigrants from Europe. They waited their turn, abided by the rules, and were very happy and proud to become citizens. I think that families like yours and mine are what made this country great. I don't want illegal Europeans here either. I don't know how we are going to solve this problem.