Rascal's Senator Response to Immigration

[Rascal]

Sent a letter to my congressman and got a reply:

Dear Mr. Rascal:

Thank you for taking the time to contact me to express your views on
immigration reform. I believe legal immigration is a very important part
of our heritage and economy, but illegal immigration is a threat to our
nation's security and should not be tolerated.

There certainly is a great difference between legal and illegal
immigration. We as a nation benefit from the hardworking dedication and
innovations many immigrants contribute to our nation. In recent decades,
however, too many immigrants have broken our country's immigration laws.
As a result, the Department of Homeland Security estimates there are
currently between 8 million and 12 million illegal immigrants living in
the United States. The presence of so many illegal, undocumented
immigrants in the United States places a burden on federal, state and
local budgets, and displaces American workers and students. Tolerating
illegal immigration also undermines the rule of law and allows terrorists
to enter the country.

I welcome qualified, documented workers to our country to temporarily fill
voids in our workforce and return to their homeland when their time
expires. When a need is clearly demonstrable, I will support an increase
in certain visas. I will not, however, support amnesty as a component to
any immigration reform plan. I adamantly believe that granting amnesty to
illegal immigrants is not the solution to America's illegal immigration
problem. Amnesty rewards those who break our laws, encourages the further
violation of our laws and perpetuates illegal immigration. The
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986, which provided amnesty
to 2.8 million illegal immigrants, has not halted a stream of immigrants
from entering our country without proper documentation. I have taken
every opportunity to vote against granting amnesty to illegal immigrants
living in America and I will continue to do so.
I firmly believe the most efficient way to address America's illegal
immigration problem is to secure our borders, strictly enforce immigration
laws and remove incentives to illegal immigration. I am proud to be an
original co-sponsor of the Border Security and Interior Enforcement
Improvement Act of 2005 (S. 2377), with Senators Ben Nelson of Nebraska
and Jeff Sessions of Alabama.

As you may know, the Senate Judiciary Committee recently approved a
comprehensive immigration reform bill by Chairman Arlen Specter. I
offered several amendments to increase the law-enforcement provisions in
this legislation. One of the most important amendments I was able to
insert in the bill will make it easier for the federal government to use
the process of "expedited removal" on illegal immigrants who are currently
in the United States, and will allow the federal government to remove
illegal immigrants who are currently incarcerated in prisons. In Oklahoma
alone, the cost of incarcerating illegal immigrants is more than $11
million. At nearly $26,000 per inmate, the total federal cost of illegal
immigrant incarceration is more than $1.3 billion per year.
I ultimately voted against the legislation in the Judiciary Committee
because it contained language creating a massive guest worker program and
an opportunity for a sweeping amnesty. I am adamantly opposed to any
effort to grant amnesty to illegal immigrants and I believe we must first
act to secure our border before we consider a guest worker program.
As immigration reform is debated by the full Senate, please know I will
remain vigilant in securing our borders and working for strong and
sensible immigration law. The Constitution gives the federal government
no greater responsibility than the defense and security of our nation.
Again, thank you for letting me know your views on this issue. Please
stay in touch and let me know if I can be of assistance in any way.
Sincerely, A
Tom Coburn
United States Senator

[Rascal]

He's a quack but I like his stance on this issue.

[L.A. BRONCOS FAN]

Did he really write "Mr. Rascal?"

j/k

Sounds like your senator is listening to his constituents and the vast majority of Americans.

Good for him.

[Rascal]

Originally Posted by L.A. BRONCOS FAN

Did he really write "Mr. Rascal?"

j/k

Sounds like your senator is listening to his constituents and the vast majority of Americans.

Good for him.

People need to keep pressuring their senators/reps to make sure that this issue is addressed. We've ignored it long enough.

[heydensmom]

Originally Posted by Rascal

People need to keep pressuring their senators/reps to make sure that this issue is addressed. We've ignored it long enough.

[spdirty]

Who was that?

[Spider]

I just wish I could get on the wagon about imagration , but I just cant ......... I know the problems caused by ilegal imagration , but I see myself , busting my áss for my share of the American Dream , I just put myself in these peoples shoes, If I were born in mexico , I would be doing everything I could to get to America to provide a better life for my loved ones ......... Just isnt a easy issue

[RMT]

Originally Posted by §Pide®

I just wish I could get on the wagon about imagration , but I just cant ......... I know the problems caused by ilegal imagration , but I see myself , busting my áss for my share of the American Dream , I just put myself in these peoples shoes, If I were born in mexico , I would be doing everything I could to get to America to provide a better life for my loved ones ......... Just isnt a easy issue

I'd be more tolerant of those trying to reach America, however, waving the Mexico flag and making statements about "reclaiming what was stolen from Mexico decades ago" does not endear the immigrants to legal U.S. citizens. If they would display more loyalty to the United States for tolerating their perpetual lawbreaking and taking advantage of the American taxpayer, I'd be more forgiving and understanding. It isn't that I do not have compassion for these people, but I'd appreciate it if they would show their allegiance for the opportunity to work and live here.

[Spider]

Originally Posted by RMT

I'd be more tolerant of those trying to reach America, however, waving the Mexico flag and making statements about "reclaiming what was stolen from Mexico decades ago" does not endear the immigrants to legal U.S. citizens. If they would display more loyalty to the United States for tolerating their perpetual lawbreaking and taking advantage of the American taxpayer, I'd be more forgiving and understanding. It isn't that I do not have compassion for these people, but I'd appreciate it if they would show their allegiance for the opportunity to work and live here.

I agree , I to was bent out of shape over the mexican flag , be proud of your heritage , but you are an American first , you do what you can to better the community you live in , if you are here just for the money thats fine , come in work , be thankfull when your done just go ............

[L.A. BRONCOS FAN]

Originally Posted by RMT

I'd be more tolerant of those trying to reach America, however, waving the Mexico flag and making statements about "reclaiming what was stolen from Mexico decades ago" does not endear the immigrants to legal U.S. citizens. If they would display more loyalty to the United States for tolerating their perpetual lawbreaking and taking advantage of the American taxpayer, I'd be more forgiving and understanding. It isn't that I do not have compassion for these people, but I'd appreciate it if they would show their allegiance for the opportunity to work and live here.

Exactly.

Many of them have virtually zero respect for our culture, our traditions, our customs, the laws of the land, etc. They only want to make $$$ off of us - money they can pump back into Mexico's economy.

[RMT]

Originally Posted by L.A. BRONCOS FAN

Exactly.

Many of them have virtually zero respect for our culture, our traditions, our customs, the laws of the land, etc. They only want to make $$$ off of us - money they can pump back into Mexico's economy.

To make matters worse, if ANYONE speaks out against the protests, they're branded "racists" ... what a crock. As for the money going back to Mexico, I would support a tax on wire transfers to Mexico.

[L.A. BRONCOS FAN]

Originally Posted by RMT

To make matters worse, if ANYONE speaks out against the protests, they're branded "racists" ... what a crock.

I know first-hand that this is a crock of bullsh_t, because I know Latinos (and legal immigrants from other parts of the world) who came to SoCal legally, and they are against illegal immigration too.

And why shouldn't they be? This amnesty sh_t is a slap in the face to them when they waited their turn and jumped through all the required hoops to emigrate legally.

[broncocalijohn]

Originally Posted by L.A. BRONCOS FAN

Exactly.

Many of them have virtually zero respect for our culture, our traditions, our customs, the laws of the land, etc. They only want to make $$$ off of us - money they can pump back into Mexico's economy.

YES ! Not too many items i agree with LABF (Dubai deal was the other). It is now 2nd from 3rd biggest revenue generating in $ behind oil and ahead of tourism. They dont want to be americans, they just want our jobs/money to send home. Why would they leave a job here. 6 years then leave? SURE they will!

[broncocalijohn]

Originally Posted by RMT

To make matters worse, if ANYONE speaks out against the protests, they're branded "racists" ... what a crock. As for the money going back to Mexico, I would support a tax on wire transfers to Mexico.

there is but it is only 5% (and that might be what WU charges). Make it 20% over a certain amount. This way we are at least getting some of it back.