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 @9FMRVQX from Minnesota  disagreed…3yrs3Y

They are people just like us, and just because they haven't had the time or money to go through the process of becoming a U.S. citizen, and they are most likely fleeing for safety.

 @9F74VDB from New York  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Deportation should only be used if an illegal immigrant partakes in dangerous or violent activity that harms the population.

 @9F7LMS5 from Pennsylvania  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Just because they dont pay taxes doesnt mean they dont do more work than you they all probably do more than you to care for their families if they plan on having one in the united states. besides the only reason they came here was for a better life for themselves.

 @9F85CG6 from Texas  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Not all illegal immigrants should be the majority of them come the us to give and offer a better life to future kids or present children and just for themsleves.

 @9F736D2 from Texas  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Imagine never being treated fairly as a citizen and finally escaping to a country you want to live in, and then immediately getting kicked out.

 @9F7PYP3 from Kansas  disagreed…3yrs3Y

we all immigrated to the U.S, we are the most culturally diverse and should be open to adding to our history

 @9F737HB from Texas  disagreed…3yrs3Y

I think if all illegal immigrants are bringing harm and problems to a foreign state, specifically the United States, deport them, but if the government deports an immigrant because they are not born in the US that is frowned upon. If an immigrant is minding their business everyone else should as well.

 @9F6PC99 from Wisconsin  disagreed…3yrs3Y

There are some illegal immigrants that are honest and work hard to make a living in the US. The US should find all the ones who are cheating and exploiting the government and deport them.

 @9F77KLJ from North Carolina  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Not everyone is coming here to harm the US. Most people are coming here to share the great life that you live everyday.

 @9F6QK3Z from Texas  disagreed…3yrs3Y

If they are paying taxes why are you so bothered? If they build the things you use what is the problem?

 @9F7FTK5Democrat from Arizona  disagreed…3yrs3Y

America is a free country and it's called the American Dream for a reason. How can someone experience the American dream if they're not allowed in the country?

 @9FPMKJL from Texas  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Some people are trying to escape the conditions in their country, if they are trying to gain citizenship they should be allowed to stay during the process.

 @9F7NPMT from Michigan  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Though it's understandable, but of course, just because someone crossed illegally doesn't mean deport them, it is likely if we send them back that they will be killed by gangsters or the cartel.

 @9F6N7L7 from New York  disagreed…3yrs3Y

I think that illegal immigrants should not be deported because they help boost the economy and are invaluable assets to the US.

 @9FG2ZWGdisagreed…3yrs3Y

There is no different between a citizen of America and a immigrant that has clean record and seek for being a citizen of America

 @9F83NFY from California  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Yes we have a high increase of illegal immigrants but they have criminalized the thought of all immigrants are bad and that they are disturbing the order of the way things are and stealing jobs and opportunities that should go to a American citizen but many of these immigrants were brought here for jobs at first or moved here from there home land bc of the USA

 @9F4MW7T from Massachusetts  disagreed…3yrs3Y

That, most immigrants pay taxes and do jobs that Americans wouldn't want to do. Deporting all immigrants is going to affect the economy. The solution to this problem is not kicking them, the solution is put them on the path for citizenship.

 @L1bertarianMeerkatLibertarian from Florida  agreed…3yrs3Y

I agree, and to illustrate your point, let's consider the agricultural industry. Immigrants, documented and otherwise, play a massive role in this sector. They often do the hard manual labor that many are unwilling to do. If all immigrants were to be deported, who would step in to fill these roles? And what would be the cost? It's clear the economy would take a hit. What are your thoughts on how we could better incorporate these immigrants into the socio-economic fabric of the country?

 @9F4M8JH from Idaho  disagreed…3yrs3Y

These immigrants pay taxes and work in the country which boosts our economy greatly, whilst also creating more diversity in communities.

 @CapitalistStorkfrom California  disagreed…3yrs3Y

While it's true that many illegal immigrants do contribute to the economy through taxes and labor, this doesn't negate the fact that they have bypassed legal immigration processes. For instance, resources that could have been allocated to legal immigrants or citizens might be diverted. As for diversity, it's a strength indeed, but it's also important to consider the potential for cultural clashes and tension. What could be a possible solution to balance these concerns while maintaining the economic benefits?

  @VulcanMan6  from Kansas  commented…3yrs3Y

The only reason "illegal immigration" is even an issue in the first place is because we've criminalized it. Just stop criminalizing immigration and it ceases to be an issue. There shouldn't be a distinction between "legal" vs "illegal" immigration to begin with.

Secondly, the only "cultural clashes and tension" would come from the racists and xenophobes who hate and discriminate against immigrants. Immigrants aren't causing any "cultural" issues, it's just the people who hate other people's cultures who are causing the problems. The solution should be to crack down on racists, not on the victims of it.

 @R3dStateRickLibertarian from West Virginia  agreed…3yrs3Y

You're highlighting a crucial point that immigration itself is not inherently problematic, but the criminalization and negative narrative around it can be. For instance, during the 19th and early 20th centuries, the U.S. had essentially open borders, and this period is known as the "Great Wave" of immigration. It was instrumental in the country's rapid economic growth.

As for cultural clashes, it's true that diversity can lead to tension when met with prejudice. However, history also shows us that over time, societies tend to adapt and grow from these interactions, leading to a more multicultural and enriched society.

Would you say that educating people about the benefits of immigration and the historical context, as well as promoting cultural understanding, could help mitigate these tensions and prejudices?

  @VulcanMan6  from Kansas  commented…3yrs3Y

Yes, I absolutely agree that we should be educating people about the benefits of immigration and the historical context, as well as promoting cultural understanding, to help mitigate these tensions and prejudices; although, I also think it's important to address and crack down on current acts of racism, and the groups and ideologies that perpetuate it, as well.

 @9F6VTG9 from Texas  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Illegal immigrants make the u.s by construction and good. There may be immigrants with bad intentions but we just need to pick up the security.

 @9FFW5D9 from Pennsylvania  disagreed…3yrs3Y

No matter what status you are, everyone has the right to reach the goal they want in life. Many undocumented people come to America but the majority to find better stability and jobs but they won't be able to do that immigration laws in America keep changing constantly.

 @9FFPW8B from Pennsylvania  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Deportation should only be used if an illegal immigrant partakes in dangerous or violent activity that harms the population. All illegal immigrants should be able to become citizens after a few years of living in the US, if they have done nothing bad.

 @9FQRC92 from Oregon  disagreed…3yrs3Y

I think that illegal immigrants should be deported until they go through the proper channels to become a legal U.S. citizen

 @9F83GZQ from Missouri  disagreed…3yrs3Y

I think that if they don't have the right to live here then they shouldn't be here but their children should be able to stay because it's not up to them.

 @9F5B79D from Connecticut  disagreed…3yrs3Y

they are all willing to or tried the legal route and were denied and half of the reasons people are denied are so clearly just an excuse to say no.

 @B3VGV2T  from California  agreed…11mos11MO

To construct an argument advocating for the deportation of all undocumented immigrants, one could cite the following points:
Arguments based on the Rule of Law and fairness
Undocumented immigrants have violated immigration laws by entering or remaining in the country without authorization.
Some believe that allowing undocumented immigrants to stay is unfair to those who follow legal immigration processes.
Deportation reinforces the principle that laws should be enforced and respected.
Arguments related to potential strains on resources and infrastructure
Undocumented immigrants may place…  Read more

 @B2VYH5D from California  agreed…1yr1Y

People usually have to wait around 5 or so years to come to the US legally. Why should they be able to come here illegally and get aid when people who come here legally don't get any help or aid. It doesn't make sense and they should be sent back to their country where they came from and need to go through the process to become a legal citizen.

 @9GXHTVP from Louisiana  agreed…3yrs3Y

The illegals steal our jobs, cause problems with crime, and overcrowd our cities, I think this is pretty clear.

 @9FLDKQKRepublican from North Carolina  agreed…3yrs3Y

All illegals should be deported, if they want to get into this country then they can put in the effort to do it the right way.

 @9FM22QMRepublicanfrom Virgin Islands  agreed…3yrs3Y

They simply don't possess the necessary documents and papers to become a citizen of the country and therefore they should not be allowed to stay within the country's borders.

 @9FLLTSB from Texas  agreed…3yrs3Y

The benefits given to illegal immigrants are more than what average American citizens receive from the government, especially the lower class. Illegal immigrants should not be given the right to vote or receive federal/state benefits if they have not assimilated into the majority American culture and become naturalized.

 @9FH8QV6 from South Carolina  disagreed…3yrs3Y

I dont think they should because they are comin for a better life and how would they do that if they get deported.

 @9FFD52L from Arizona  disagreed…3yrs3Y

Illegal Immigrants provide more to the economy then natural citizens. They helped transport and make vegetables, fruits they as well work on building houses and other more construction maintenance.

 @9FT9QLRRepublican from Utah  disagreed…3yrs3Y

It would severely hurt the economy. We have a job surplus in our country and we need all the workers we can get. Of course, there should be a process, and for the most part we shouldn't let people enter illegally, but we need workers.

 @9F84H9F from California  disagreed…3yrs3Y

i would probably just say what bad effect do illegal immigrants have if they weren't to get deported

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