With all the hubbub in the media about illegal immigrants in our country, I couldn't help but be perplexed over those who don't understand the policy and procedures of other countries' immigration laws and why anyone in America would want us to do anything less - unless they haven't taken the time to compare other countries' laws. So, I hope no one minds that I rant a little. Fair warning.
I have been to numerous countries as a tourist and lived in Italy as a child. Everyone has their rules - their requirements. I remember visiting Costa Rica years ago and our tour guide said we could move there as long as we could prove we had a monthly income big enough to support ourselves. Makes sense. What goverment wants to support anyone moving in, much less take away jobs from their citizens? I'm sure there were other protocols to follow besides proving income.
Anyway, it's not difficult to imagine, based on our illegal immigrant issues, why we have so many financial problems over it. Check out websites on the costs and procedures for exporting illegals. That's only one cost out of our pockets over this insanity.
In fact, this website states: "Apologists for illegal immigration try to paint it as a victimless crime, but the fact is that illegal immigration causes substantial harm to American citizens and legal immigrants, particularly those in the most vulnerable sectors of our population — the poor, minorities, and children." Read more here ~ http://www.fairus.org/issue/illegal-immigration-is-a-crime
Maybe apologists are wrapped up in their foolhardy behavior, because they're seeing this problem with narrow-minded spectacles, or they're working for the opposition. Spending our tax dollars on this, as opposed to other things Americans really need, just doesn't set right with me. Why should it? It's like taking food out of our mouths - so to speak - forcefully. And we just keep taking those sucker punches from other governments who allow it. Yes, we often, historically and foolishly, allow our compassion to be used against us. I'm sure they know this, but are indifferent to our difficulties due to their self-serving needs. As far as I'm concerned, if they turn their backs on our issues created by their citizens, then they're condoning their criminal behavior.
To me, it would be similar to all my children sending over their children to have me care for them without any regards to my financial needs, or emotional welfare, while they spend money and time on whatever they want to do. Or worse, telling me that if I want them to leave, I need to see to their return, ignoring their responsibilities. That's how I feel about countries who keep allowing illegals into our country from theirs. It's like, subconsciously, sending their "children" over to us, to take care of them, while they do whatever they want. As well as playing ignorant to the situation, as if their unspoken words are telling us: you have them, you take care of them, we don't want them. If we keep allowing it, who's the fool?! Not them! Do you think they give a damn? Hell no! Selfish people don't care. Selfish countries don't care. I'm disgusted with our country's apparent need to wear the fool sign - allowing other countries to feel this way about us too.
Anyway, I decided to, randomly, pick a nearby country to see their immigration policy requirements. I found this blog about Guatemala. I wouldn't be the least bit surprised if other countries have this or tighter laws. They enforce them, why should we be made to look like a tyrant when we want to enforce ours?
Excerpt: "However, if you want to work for a Guatemalan company in a paid role or have a business, you’ll need to become a resident. Many foreigners come to Antigua with their tourist visas and try to land jobs as bartenders or at local restaurants. This is illegal. You’ll be deported, fined Q10,000 if found, and likely never allowed to enter the country again. While many people decide to engage in the activity anyway, do know that Police does conduct immigration raids in Antigua from time to time. Not a good outcome for a job that is likely to pay far less than comparable jobs elsewhere." Read more here ~ http://www.okantigua.com/retiring-in-guatemala/
Immigration raids! Deported, fined, and never allowed to return! Imagine that! All I can say is thank goodness not all Americans want to override common sense by being fools, much less want our country to have this moniker, but as the saying goes: if the shoe fits, wear it. I wonder if these countries are concerned over being called racist for protecting their people. I sincerely doubt it. Why would they? Why would anyone buy into that absurdity? They should be more concerned over being called fools for acting unwisely or imprudently, especially when it comes to the culture, social, moral or financial wellbeing of their people.
I realize that no one likes being called derogatory names, and, maybe, putting the word "fools" across the map of the United States (blog picture) is harsh, but I hope it serves the purpose of a wakeup call on this increasing illegal immigration issue. In fact, in my opinion, even allowing open borders, in this day and age is illogical and unreasonable, as well as being proved disastrous. However, if you feel I'm wrong, open your front door and don't turn anyone away. Let's see how long your resources hold up, especially if there's no outside support. Let's see how long it takes for your neighbors to think you've lost your mind. Let's see how long it takes before you're faced with a rebellion.
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