II. A big issue that has been focused on lately by the government is Immigration law reform. For this speech I have done research about immigration laws and how they affect undocumented immigrants.…
America's borders are the boundaries between the United States and the rest of the world. The massive flow of people and goods across our borders helps drive our economy, but can also serve as a welcome mat for terrorists, weapons of mass destruction, illegal migrants, and other unlawful things. The new threats and opportunities of the 21st century demand a new approach to border management.…
A fence along the U.S. and Mexico border is a good solution to illegal immigration. This is because it will greatly decrease the number of illegal immigrants coming into America each year. It is estimated that 700,000 illegal immigrants enter our country each year. (http://www.cairco.org/issues/how-many-illegal-aliens-reside-united-states) The fence could greatly lower these numbers if built. Not only will it make America seem less inviting, it will be a lot easier to keep individuals who refuse to enter legally out of America. There are legal and proper ways to enter America for a reason; the fence will help enforce them.…
Building the wall is a wonderful idea in the hopes to slow illegal aliens from entering the United States. It has previously shown to help decrease the drug trade and criminal activity…
With the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo on February 2, 1848, the border dividing the Mexican people was formed. The Mexican border means various things to different people. To date, 600 miles of border wall has already been built. This wall would extend from California, to El Paso, to the valley. The first reason given by the government for construction of the wall was to prevent terrorist attacks, the next was to keep illegal Mexicans out, and the most current one is to combat the drug smuggling into the United States. For some Mexicans and Mexican Americans, the border poses threats, and for others, it establishes possibilities for oneself and one’s family.…
The United States of America is a country founded on Judeo-Christian morals and ethics and is comprised of unique individuals who have led the world in innovation and ingenuity. The liberties and freedoms that America is founded on have enabled people to develop some of the world’s most technological advances. The capitalistic system has created the opportunity for great personal wealth, and has given millions of people opportunities that otherwise would not have been afforded to them without living in this country. As a civilized society based on the foundation of those morals and ethics, it is also a country founded on laws that ensure protection and civil order. The United States of America is a…
In the past 10 years, there has been increased awareness about the influx of illegal immigrants from South America and Mexico in particular. One of the foremost reasons a border fencing option is unsurpassed is that the other options simply don’t work. For example in 2007, Janet Napolitano, then the governor of Arizona, gave a speech at a press conference swaggering about the capabilities of a “virtual fence.” (DeMint) “"We can shore up our border gaps with ground-based sensors, radar and unmanned aerial vehicles," she said. "Any combination of the above will work far better than any 10 or 20 or 50 miles of wall."” Conversely, she was wrong. Reports published in 2009 from the GAO showed that “virtual fencing was a virtual disaster.” (DeMint) The reports showed that cameras suffered signal loss, the system was unable to “distinguish humans and vehicles from livestock and bushes” and the number of new deficiencies with the virtual fences “outpaced the number that were being fixed.”(Tancredo) Alan Bershin, the USCBP chief called it a “complete failure” in a Senate meeting. (DeMint) Another solution many think is practicable is an intensification of U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents. This solution is tremendously costly, however. On average agents make $50,000 per year plus an “excellent Federal Government benefits package including life insurance, health insurance, liberal retirement benefits, and a thrift savings plan.” (FAQ) It is also an extremely hazardous occupation. A fence can stop a vehicle transporting…
You can’t have national security without border security. It’s not only necessary for any meaningful…
Immigration has always been a topic discussed in the United States and in countries all around the world. It is a topic with history going back hundreds of years. Lately immigration has been one of the most talked about topics in the United States, mainly due to the recent presidential elections. Immigration is an ongoing topic with many different points of views both good and bad, like any other topic. In order to change these attitudes and make a change, people need to come together and come to the conclusion that they need each other. They need to realize that something can be done without hurting others, and this is something that needs to be stated nationally.…
Watched the news lately? Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump keeps mentioning how he is planning to force Mexico into dishing out billions of dollars to build a new and impregnable border wall. Public opinion seems to sway both ways on Trump's outrageous ideals regarding immigration reform, however here in south Texas; we observed a border wall built nearly seven years ago. Let us take an in depth look at the border wall and how it has impacted the local communities, land owners, and the overall effectiveness of the wall in deterring individuals from entering the United States illegally.…
In the past several years immigration has become a controversial topic in America. Arizona has approved a law about immigrants not being allowed there. This law has had many arguments and lots of controversy. People everywhere have their own view and beliefs on this issue. The most talked about issue is Arizona’s immigration bill. In April 2010, Arizona passed the nation’s toughest law on illegal immigration. Senate Bill 1070 will affect Arizona economically . If Arizona wants to improve their economy, Senate Bill 1070 should be removed as soon as possible. Many come to America to try and make a better life for themselves and their family, therefore Mexicans in Arizona should not be deported back to Mexico.…
“We’re going to build the wall, and we’re going to stop. It’s going to end,” Trump stated while campaigning in March. “A nation without borders is not a nation,” he announced during one of his speeches. He hopes to strengthen our borders and strengthen the entire nation in building this wall. Trump has also said that this wall could prevent ISIS personnel from entering the United States through the southern border. All of these things said by Donald Trump contribute to his overall idea of keeping illegal immigrants out of our…
The United States Border Patrol is the largest law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security. The Border Patrol is a group of highly trained officers that detect , and prevent the illegal entry or smuggling of aliens into the United States. Can you imagine the United States without any border protection? The U.S probably may be an obnoxious place to live in.…
The remaining area is patrolled by border patrol agents who are centralized in areas like Tucson or San Diego. Immigration is least common where border patrol agents are more fixed. Building a wall is an unlikely solution given the fact that the cost and area that needs to be covered are great. The cost to build a fence that covers the entire border is estimated at $22.4 billion. In Israel, a wall was built after an increase in terror attacks in the 2000s. The Prime Minister Ariel Sharon authorized a security fence that spanned across Judea and Samaria. This fence was effective and it stopped terrorism dead in its tracks. Israel’s fence is electric touch and is accompanied by trenches and concrete walls. A wall itself would not be sufficient. The fence is also defended by Israeli military with orders to kill those who attempt to bypass the wall. This would be unlawful with the United States and Mexico…
Since the attacks of September 11, 2001, the United States reinforced their border patrols against illegal immigrants, terrorists and contraband coming into the United States. One of the major problems the United States has been facing for the past years regarding immigration reform has caused the country to collapse with conflicts, political convenience and presidential elections against immigrants. Border Patrol has caused many changes not just to the country, but most to the U.S.-Mexico border. Immigration laws should be fixed to help keep illegal immigrants in this country who have all the necessary requirements.…