Immigration: The Decisions of a Continent

There are two sides to every situation, and this one is no different. Millions of undocumented workers are living in America right now, and millions more will join them. For most, there are only two sides to choose. There are those who would oppose this type of immigration, and then those who see it as an enrichment of our country as it stands now.

I’m simply going to try to state the two main sides to this issue. To be honest, there seems to be more questions than answers, and to look at any political issue, including this one, and give it in instant opinion would be unwise. So here we go……

First there are those who would oppose this immigration on all fronts. And honestly, they have at least a few legitimate arguments for their case. One of the main reason’s American’s oppose undocumented workers entering their country is due to the terrorism factor that could result from a border that is unsecured and unstable. From the account of a lot of expert’s, the southern border of the US would be fairly easy to penetrate. Another reason among the many that are offered is the drain on America’s recourses by those who pay little taxes, if any at all. The education systems, healthcare systems, even government benefits are all used by those who contribute nothing to it, and pulled from people who work hard everyday.

Then there are those American’s who would say that the benefits brought to the United States by undocumented workers are invaluable are couldn’t be found by looking at themselves alone. One of largest arguments this group would bring to the table is the argument of what America stands for in the first place. Freedom, liberty, and the chance for a new beginning has been the inspiration of the United States for its entire existence. Unlike countries such and England, Russia, or China, the United States entire existence is owed to the formation of many cultures coming together to form a new land. Italians have been around since the beginning of history. But America has been here for a mere 232 years. Without the cultures and blood of many other countries, it wouldn’t even be on the map. So why now, with the debt of its entire existence owed to those of other nations in its history, would discrimination and exclusion be a part of its national fabric? For some, it doesn’t make sense. Undocumented workers from places like Mexico, Cuba, and Guatemala all bring a flavor and benefit that can’t be found by looking inward. It makes America more beautiful, and more wonderful, and more unified.

Like I said before, it’s hard to put a clear stamp of “this is right” on this issue. Maybe the answer is a blend. Maybe it is one or the other. What do you think?