Yes

People who immigrated to America have lost everything they had back home, they sacrificed a lot of things so I think they deserve to vote since they are Americans now.

While they are illegal, if they are paying money to the government, they should be able to vote for who controls the government.

Foreigners provide us with more ethnic diversity. Different voices make America a better place to live.

foreigners and immigrants already pay massive amounts of taxes, showing that they actively participate in American life the same way a citizen would, while not having resources from those taxes available to them.

many immigrant families are in the waiting list for years, sometimes even upwards of 20. We shouldn't be holding these people accountable for a faulty system. Furthermore, most immigrants (even illegal immigrants) pay taxes. If they pay taxes, they should be eligible to vote.

If you live in the US then you should be able to have an opinion on what is happening in the country.

It is unfair to prohibit non citizen voting because the naturalization process is so difficult, that allowing non citizens to vote doesn't discourage them from seeking citizenship, and that allowing non citizens to vote promotes policy that benefits society as a whole.

In the constitution, it states that people has the right to express their feelings and opinions without government censorship. Everyone has the right to speak their truth. Another piece of evidence would be the Voting Act of 1965. This states that it prohibits racial discrimination while voting. So put those two topics together. Anyone no matter their race and skin color should be allow to speak their voice and vote.

Not allowing people to vote simply because of their race, religion, or political stance is unconstitutional. America is built on the backs of immigrants, if you reap the benefits of their hard work, then every immigrant should have the right to vote.

Undocumented immigrants paid an estimated $96.7 billion in federal, state, and local taxes in 2022, with $59.4 billion going to the federal government and $37.3 billion to state/local governments. These taxpayers often use Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) to file returns, contributing billions to Social Security and Medicare despite being ineligible for benefits.

Immigrants helped build this place and this land belonged to them before the us can so no one is illegal on stolen land.

We are all looking for a better future, and we all try to do our best; we don't need more problems in our already busy lives.

If a person has lived in a country long enough, even if they're not a citizen, they should be able to vote, as they're impacted by government decisions as much as a citizen

"Foreigners" should not be erased, they are apart of the melting pot that is America. Borders do not separate us, the idea is immature and foolish, forcing us to be apart and individuals rather than a community.

Many people come to the United States for a better life and they should be able to vote if they want to live here

Most immigrants make up majority of the work force, rules/ laws affect them, they should have a say on who will be our president.

why shouldnt foreigners be allowed to vote? just because their not Americans? just because your from a diffrent country doesnt mean you dont care or know about whats good for the country

Many immigrants work here and bring in a lot of helpful resources by doing so which is why they should be able to vote.

Yes, the people who live in America are affected by American policy so everyone should be allowed to vote, its the same issue as restricting voting for marginalized groups in the past, by blocking black, woman, indigenous, etc. voters, you're blocking the people to choose their own way.

In a nation with a system that benefits everyone iqually one will feel a part of the nation and want the greater good for it regardless of their routs becouse the greatr good of the nation will be the creater good for them. Ofcourse all of this is inposible within a socity of religionism, racism and capitalism but once they are overthrowned it will happen.

I believe, if they are registered immigrants and immigrated to the US legally, they are obligated to vote and should vote but I do not believe that illegal immigrants should be able to vote as they could be less educated and vote for someone that isn't qualified.

Illegal immigrants have come here illegally and that is a crime meaning they don't have rights especially because they are not registered as a American so unless they got their papers they can't vote

I believe everyone should be able to vote if they live there no matter where they come from they should be able to have a say so in making the US a better place.

If illegal immigrants are literally paying to live in America, I feel there should be at least SOME things they’re allowed to do, such as voting.

Roughly 8.5 million undocumented workers are in the U.S. workforce, representing roughly 5% of the total labor force. In 2022, undocumented households paid $59.4 billion in federal taxes and $37.3 billion in state/local taxes.

If someone has been living in the US for 10 years and paying taxes and working an important job but they still can't become a legal citizen then they shoulb be able to vote

Foreigners can provide information with another insight or perspective, that could allow the U.S to improve.

I think if foreigners come here and work hard, they can also choose a president or whatever, that foreigner its working hard and making money, he gets affected too

It takes a very long time to wait for citizenship and a green card
There is lots of paperwork involved
Immigrants contribute to the economy very well, why not the government?

people feel like if its like this it will benefit one party but it cannot benefit both if one stands on their word and do what they have to do for the country

Anybody should be allowed to vote as long as they are living in the state and paying taxes, just because you weren't born in a place doesn't mean you can't have equal rights.

a good amount of immigrants that live in the country illegally, still pay taxes to the country and contribute to the economy of the country.

immigrants help our economy and work hard to make a better life for themselves, so if they contribute even a little bit to the economy they should be allowed to vote because they work harder than a good majority of US citizens.

Think about if you have lived here for years and you came and got rejected a citizenship and then are not allowed vote for something that is going to be a huge part of your country.

The United States was built on immigration of many forms, refugees seeking to flee from their country, slaves who were taken from their homes, and colonists who seek to build a new country. All throughout american history immigrants have been a key to the growth and structure of the United States, thus why should foreigners and other immigrants be refused citizenship and the right to vote when they spent long periods of time here. The answer is, they should be able to, just like the colonists did within history

1. Tax Contributions and Fiscal Impact
Foreign-born residents contribute billions in taxes at the federal, state, and local levels.
Total Contributions: In 2022, immigrant households paid $579.1 billion in total taxes.
Undocumented Tax Payments: Undocumented immigrants paid $96.7 billion in federal, state, and local taxes in 2022.
Higher Effective Tax Rates: In 40 states, undocumented immigrants pay a higher effective state and local tax rate (8.9%) than the top 1% of households (7.2%).
Supporting Social Security: Immigrants contribute significantly more to the Social Security and Medicare…  Read more trust funds than they take out, helping to keep these programs solvent.
Unclaimed Benefits: Undocumented immigrants are generally ineligible for most public benefits (such as federal student aid or Medicaid), yet they pay billions into these systems.
2. Labor Force Participation and Economic Growth
Immigrants have a higher labor force participation rate than native-born citizens.
Workforce Participation: In 2024, the foreign-born labor force participation rate was nearly 67%, compared to roughly 62% for the U.S.-born workforce.
Economic Impact: Immigrants, accounting for 14% of the population, generated roughly $1.7 trillion in economic activity (GDP) in 2023.
Filling Critical Gaps: Immigrants make up a disproportionate share of essential, often physically demanding, labor: 29% of agricultural workers, 25% of construction workers, and 19% of manufacturing workers.
3. Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Foreign-born individuals are highly entrepreneurial, driving job creation.
Business Creation: Almost 1 in 4 entrepreneurs in the U.S. are immigrants.
Fortune 500 Companies: Roughly 46% of Fortune 500 companies were founded by immigrants or their children, including firms like Apple, Amazon, and Google.
Patents: Between 1990 and 2016, immigrants were involved in the development of roughly 23% of all patents.
4. Direct Comparison to Native-Born
Research indicates that on a 75-year cycle, an immigrant and their children provide a net positive fiscal contribution (paying more in taxes than they consume in services) of roughly $259,000 on average.
Economic Demand: Immigrant households possess a total spending power of nearly $1.7 trillion, driving consumer demand for goods and services.
Filling Demographic Needs: As the U.S.-born population ages and retires, foreign-born workers are filling the gap in the prime-age (25-54) workforce.

Undocumented immigrants paid nearly $97 billion in federal, state and local taxes in 2022, according to a July 2024 report, opens new tab by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP), which used data on taxpayers with ITINs to estimate tax revenue.

From the colonial era to 1926, noncitizens could legally vote in many states, and by the late 19th century, at least 22 states and territories allowed noncitizens to vote in order to encourage immigration and settlement. Noncitizens, including unauthorized immigrants, pay billions in federal and local taxes. Allowing noncitizens to vote in local or regional elections is an established practice in over 40 countries worldwide, including Sweden and Norway. One of the primary "No" arguments—that noncitizens will illegally flood federal elections—is not supported by empirical…  Read more data. In fact, multiple studies, including an analysis of 23.5 million votes in 2016, found that suspected noncitizen voting accounted for just 0.0001% of ballots. Noncitizens face up to five years in prison and deportation for even registering to vote in federal elections, which serves as a massive deterrent. Jurisdictions that allow noncitizen voting in local elections often use separate ballots or registration lists to ensure these voters cannot participate in state or federal races.

"Undocumented immigrants are essential contributors to the economy. In 2023, undocumented immigrant households paid $89.8 billion in federal, state, and local taxes and held $299 billion in spending power. In total, immigrant (both legal and undocumented) households paid nearly $16.80 in every $100 tax dollars collected by federal, state, and local governments, funding a wide range of social services that benefit all Americans." from https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/press-release/immigrants-keep-economy-strong-as-congress-debates-mass-deportation/

If they pay taxes and they pay a lot of taxes they should have a right to vote illegal or not these people move here to get a better life so they should have a right to vote on it.

I think illegal immigrant shouldn't be granted these things but I think the US needs to expand and better focus on the actual citizenship process of immigrants and should focus on making the process more simpler and easily accessible while also being secure as well.

they pay more taxes than people who are citizens and they make a pretty good percentage of the people in the U.S. and not only that but they should get the same rights being here in the U.S.

legal citizens should be able to vote based on there rights and if It where taken away they would have violate the bill of rights.

Immigrants should have the right to vote because they live in the United States and are a part of society.

No taxation or governance without representation. You see, long-term foreign residents are subject to policy decisions, pay taxes, abide by the law, and utilize public services. They are controlled without a voice so if they are denied the right to vote, this is exactly the democratic evil that voting is supposed to prevent. Not increase.

When looking at the poplution rates the minoity makes up roughuly 40% of the working industry, which in that case would mean that we would statistically lose a lot of jobs without them. which shows how important they are to be part of the country

To be a legal american citizen you need to be 18 years of age, be a lawful permanent resident for 5 years or more, and meet certain requirements to demonstrate good morals. To legally vote in america you have to be 18, no criminal record, and fit the requirements. of an American citizen. The only factors between these two statements are you need to be a legal american citizen but I say if they have been in america for longer than five years and show no signs of harm to the community they can be considered legal in america to vote.

as i said they also pay taxes they work in the jobs that "Americans" (America is a continent not a country) dont like for example they do roofing under the sun when is hot outside they are hardworking people that just want better lifes and oportunities

They live in the country and some may be waiting for a legal citizenship you don’t get it right away..

If you have worked and contributed to this country for more than 5 years you should be able to be given the right to vote.

Often the citizenship process is convoluted and exclusive based on issues of privilege and lack of accessibility. If someone resides in our country and contributes to the economy, they should be allowed an opportunity to cast a vote.

Not allowing foreigners to vote makes it easier for the government to pick and choose who they don't want to vote, legal or not.

Non-citizen residents, including green card holders and documented immigrants, pay billions in taxes. In 2021, non-citizens contributed about $491 billion to the U.S. GDP and spent over $30 billion in state and local taxes annually, according to the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy.

The foreigners help build the government, so we should get a say in what we choose and what we want to happen.

Many foreigners reside in the US. Many of this have been living in the US for many years, these people have done a lot for our country and should just be given a vote.

Contributions of Immigrants to Society

Immigrants, whether documented or undocumented, contribute significantly to the economy and the social fabric of the country. According to the American Immigration Council, immigrants make up approximately 17% of the U.S. workforce and contribute about $2 trillion to the U.S. economy each year. Many are employed in essential services, including healthcare, agriculture, and construction. These individuals are deeply invested in the welfare of their communities, yet they often don’t have a voice in the policies that affect their lives.

Statistic: Immig…  Read morerants make up 26% of all U.S. doctors and 28% of farmworkers (American Community Survey).

If you have job, home, family and studies in this country for more than 5 years; you should be allowed to vote since it can impact your life in this country that you live in now.

If a legal, American citizen can vote while having no information of the political sphere, why can a well informed and educated immigrant not?

The prices to become a U.S. citizen is not cheap which is the reason why for many people it takes years for them to get residency to the U.S. this is why either way those people are living here and have a right to vote and make their voices heard as well. To help make their children experience better and theirs as well.

Information from the American Immigration Council cites studies on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) showing the economic impact of survey respondent households with DACA recipients. These households contribute $5.6 BILLION in tax dollars with $24 BILLION in after-tax spending power. Additionally 56,000 recipients were homeowner contributing $566.9 MILLION in mortgage payments while renters contributed $2.3 BILLION in rental payments.
Additionally the survey states that 40% of respondents were attaining higher education - 83% of those were working toward a bachelor's degree.

foreigners are simply, just people born in an another place and have a different culture and/or ethnicity

If your president would do crimes or actions that directly affect the country you live in, would you still see him with the same confliction, people don't get to choose that.