This editorial gives a good explanation of the points in the proposal the two Senators presented to President Obama. - - Donna Poisl
Greenville News Editorial
Sen. Lindsey Graham again is at the forefront of an effort to move forward on federal immigration reform, and he — along with a Democratic colleague — has provided a plan that could be a reasonable starting point for congressional discussions about solving this important problem.
Illegal immigration is a drain on the American economy. When the economy begins heating up again, it will be important that new jobs go first to American citizens and those who are in the country legally.
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This country was built by immigrants, it will continue to attract and need immigrants. Some people think there are enough people here now -- people have been saying this since the 1700s and it still is not true. They are needed to make up for our aging population and low birthrate. Immigrants often are entrepreneurs, creating jobs. We must help them become Americans and not just people who live here and think of themselves as visitors. When immigrants succeed here, the whole country benefits.
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