Why Are Americans so Against Illegals?

angela R

Ignorance....They don't understand why we have illegals flooding overhere....All they do is cast insults when they don't agree with you...Until you educate yourselves about the role the American government has played in depleting all natural resources in those countries, supporting dictators and corrupt governments, then you cannot discuss the illegal immigration topic with a full understanding of these people's situations. Additionally, don't you realize that America needs this labor force? Why do you think the government doesn't secure the borders and why do you think that the American government is so against Leftist governements in Latin America? If governments that were considered "communist" in places like Guatemala had not been overthrown by the CIA, then the economy would have been better in those countries and there wouldn't be so many immigrants seeking refuge here. Blame the government and blame yourselves for not keeping the government accountable....Its so much easier to blame some indigent illegal, than to look at the real problem...Thanks for the question

cadaholic

illegal is illegal! wake up and realize that in the first place ok?

Bill P

Our ancestors were LEGAL immigrants - that's the difference.

helper

Well lets think about this, they are signing up for social security, which they have not even paid into, they are having babies here and using free medical when most of our own people have no insurance, they are on welfare, they take jobs away from our own people. Our ancestors came here to make a life, these people are coming to get what they can.

Anthony R

because they are ILLEGAL! They drain the economy, they drain the system, and on many instances they end up commiting all sorts of crimes, usually against hard working legal citizens

J'adore

Well to begin with they are here ILLEGALLY, they use our money, and our services, we citizens foot the bill for them, not to mention they demand us to let them in. Their protests turn violent, and they are ruining our opinions of them

tkquestion

No, our ancestors were immigrants. (notice the lack of illegal?) Back then, there were no immigration laws that specifically prohibited immigration without proper status.

Why people are against them? Because they do so illegally - against our laws. You'll notice, most people have no problem with legal immigrations.

If people want to come here for opportunity, come-on.... but do so legally. The process is neither quick, nor cheap, but opportunities aren't free. In addition, the United States of America is not a volunteer organization. This is a country with laws. The country's first obligation is to their citizens.

cincywahine

Because if we let everyone in the world come here that wanted to, there wouldn't be an American Dream!!!!!!!!!!

Cant you people understand that....there is a reason we only let a certain number in!!!!!!!

lippypout

Because they live off our taxes that we use our money to provide for free...because since they are illegal they don't pay taxes. They overcrowd schools and commonly speak a different language then the student which makes class time meaningless for the kids while the teacher takes time explaining to the other kids.

goldspider79

Considering that most Americans' ancestors were NOT European colonists, your presumption is inaccurate.

That said, there MUST be a system in place to not only ensure we're not absorbing other countries' runaway criminals, we have to set immigrants on a path to integration into our society and culture.

That integration is absolutely essential to fulfilling the American dream. Immigrants, legal or not, who are unwilling to at the very least learn to speak English will be confined to subservient jobs by their own stubbornness.

yahooligan

because illegal immigrants take over our jobs!!!!

Daisy

That's why we have "legal" immigration - to share the American Dream with others. Back in the days when our ancestors came here, they were NOT illegal immigrants because this was not yet a nation with laws. Now, we are a nation with laws and those laws need to be obeyed and respected. Americans are quite happy to share the American Dream, but are right to ask for immigrants to come here legally so they can sign the guest book, so we will know who is here, and also so they can be properly signed up to pay their fair share of taxes. Illegals do not pay their share of taxes - they are not taking part in the American Dream - they are scamming what they can get without paying for it the way the rest of us do. Also, with illegal immigrants, we do not have any idea who is among us - could be terrorists, could be criminals (drug dealers, murderers, molesters, etc.), could be people spreading diseases that would be checked if they applied to enter the country legally.

TN Seeker

The Open Door policy was to build our nation's population. It's built and thensome. Taxpayers fail to trust the government where spending is concerned and they don't want their tax dollars spent taking care of illegal immigrants, people who should support themselves or be supported by their native government.

#1con

Because they work cheep, and drive down the wages of Americans. They also cost the tax payers billions in free healthcare.

NONAME

since you put it that way, everyone in the world is welcome to just stow away on a merchant ship and set up residence here. everyone who wants to be in this country is welcome to be here. but, we want to know if they have any diseases, we want them to have a skill that is in need, we want them to pay taxes, migrate here in an orderly fashion, we atleast want to know the names of the people who come into this country. is that so wrong. you people keep harping about the indians, CRAP, LET IT GO ALREADY.

Our ancestors came to a place that had no laws, and no government enforcing them. Thus, they could not be illegal. As there is now a government enforcing laws, coming here without the proper handling of paperwork is illegal; thus, it should be enforced.
The American Dream can happen because we're helping the American Government at the same time. We provide money to them, they provide services and defense to us. Now, that may not be always the case, but it's what works.
People can come here for opportunity... after filling out the paperwork.
It's like saying that everyone should get rid of their immune system; the bacteria just need a place to live too!

Jim J

Hate to burst your left wing liberal bubble but my parents came from Europe legally. They filed their papers, paid their fees, got jobs, learned English, promised not to be a burden on America, were tested for diseases,etc. They both became citizens. My father served in Korea and then retired as a Navy Seabee after 20 yrs.
Everyone is entitled to the American dream....if they immigrate here legally.

whatever

you can't understand when you breaking our immigration law?
I don't believe you, there is not way you can be so stupid,
what happened 200 years ago is not what is going on today
cause today we have a immigration law

so stop looking for an excuse in order to justify your actions
beside illegal immigrants are not nice with America people
"white pigs,racists,fascist etc etc" ring any bells?

I'm white and I live in Arizona everytime I see Mexican
he give me a dirty look and for that reason
I have to buy a gun cause I don't feel safe anymore

thanks for mexico

30% of Mexicans are illegal immigrants
70% of Mexicans are gangs members and criminals

so don't come over here and talk about immigrantion
cause you are not a normal immigrants..

PS the bad attitude of Mexicans here in Arizona
force me to take my side so bring it on now
whatever,wherever I'm ready just step on my world
and let see what happen

PS 2 this is how my ancestors come in this country
http://library.thinkquest.org/20619/Italian.html
Ellis Island WE ALL COME HERE LEGAL

Bob R

what you dont understand is, in the group you are trying to join, none of us ever got into a group by attacking the existing members backgrounds

you people have a LOT to learn about our culture and laws before you have any business joining us

start with MANNERS

vote_dummy

the hispanics weren't the first here either...humans go way back, chickie. but i know my folks came in legally through ellis island. also, think about this: can one country take in the whole world to make their life better? no...it would crush under the pressure. we aren't here to make the world an easier place for everyone on the planet. that idea sounds like another person feeling entitled....and "entitlements" are part of whats gotten us in this mess to begin with. people need to be responsible in order to gain benefits. i owe illegals nothing and i struggle myself, but depend on myself

Crawfish

refer to the last word in you question. That's why.

Why do you assume that all imigrants to this country came in as an "illegal" ?

chisox

troll

micky

My ancestors came here legally thank you very much.

SUZANNA J

Well lets see over population, terrorists, & people should have to do it legally. I am Native to the United States my ancestors came from New York. So that is how I feel I am from the United States & did not immigrate from any where else.

Mrs. Goddess

Your ancestors may have been illegal immigrants, but mine were legal. If we "let everyone have a piece of the American Dream" there won't be any left for those of us who are and have been a part of this society LEGALLY. There are a limited number of opportunities i.e. jobs. Are you suggesting that we let anyone who wants to come in and fill those jobs? Do you know anyone right now who is a citizen, unemployed and having a hard time finding a job the way things are now? I do. Get your head out of the sand.

DAR

My ancestors were never ILLEGAL immigrants.

And when they came there were no subsidized services. The latest to come built the school and church with their neighbors and passed a hat for the teacher and minister.

Those coming illegally, by definition above the limits put in place to protect our schools, health care and workers, are taking education from our children and health care from our sick, and are driving down the wages of our working class.

Their children, sick and workers are not more important than ours. The betrayal we feel at our government is that the government is supposed to be protecting US, not them.

ALFALFA # EYE-1

Because these days they the haters have been challenged to step up to the plate and they hate the truth that they are center of future *** busting work..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2K-_2AHYh0

Mcgranny

You bleeding hearts make me sick. You won't lift a finger to defend this country (which by the way is the LAND OF THE FREE not THE HOME OF FREE LAND) Very soon, my dear, will be able to enjoy the love and gratitude of millions who lived south of the border BUT NEVER FIGURED OUT HOW TO MAKE A LIVING THERE! You will have what you deserve, and good for it.

monreda

my ancestors was legal. why are people trying to justify illegals? illegal is illegal. and why do people bring something up that happened 100s of years ago. wake up this is 2007.

Scarf & Barf Splurge & Purge

Our ancestors didn't go on welfare and expect others to handle their problems for them

http://www.healthfinder.gov/news/newsstory.asp?docID=602704

Kathy M

My ancestors were NOT illegal immigrants. Catch up on your history. If everyone were allowed to come here for their dream, the U.S. would be overwhelmed, the economy would be overwhelmed & fail and no one would realise their dreams.

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