May 22 2010
Democrat and Former Colorado Governor, Richard Lamm first gave this speech in 2004.
The title should pique your curiosity. The content should give you serious pause
Please read it all. It was only a five minute speech. But it is sobering, to say the least.
Apr 29 2010
Clearly there are those who take great exception to the recently passed immigration law in Arizona. The cries of outrage and the accusations of racism seem to be coming from everywhere. In fact there is a clear attempt to couch this entire subject under the banner of race and racism, which should come as no surprise since that particular accusation has become quite a useful tool, both to squelch disagreement and dissent as well as to promote particular political agendas.
So, for those who feel as though our laws on immigration should not be enforced. For those who feel that illegal immigrants should be granted a path to citizenship without obeying the existing laws. For those who feel as though there is a compelling reason to ignore the laws of the land with respect to immigration I have a couple of simple questions:
#1: Which laws shall we enforce and which ones shall we ignore?
#2: Who gets to decide the answer to question #1?
Mar 30 2010
An argument to be made about immigrant babies and citizenship
A simple reform would drain some scalding steam from immigration arguments that may soon again be at a roiling boil. It would bring the interpretation of the 14th Amendment into conformity with what the authors of its text intended, and with common sense, thereby removing an incentive for illegal immigration.
To end the practice of “birthright citizenship,” all that is required is to correct the misinterpretation of that amendment’s first sentence: “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside.” From these words has flowed the practice of conferring citizenship on children born here to illegal immigrants.
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Congress has heard testimony estimating that more than two-thirds of all births in Los Angeles public hospitals, and more than half of all births in that city, and nearly 10 percent of all births in the nation in recent years, have been to mothers who are here illegally. Graglia seems to establish that there is no constitutional impediment to Congress ending the granting of birthright citizenship to those whose presence here is “not only without the government’s consent but in violation of its law.”
George Will’s piece, linked above, gives a nice history of the 14th Amendment, and explains clearly why it should not be interpreted to mean that all babies of illegal aliens are automatically US citizens. But somehow, I don’t think Congress is likely to act on this anytime soon, since the Democrats want to turn as many illegals as possible into voters… for them. That’s why they are loathe to enforce our borders, they are for same day registration/voting and “motor voter” laws, and are only too happy to accept the support of illegal alien activist organizations.
I’m sure the Democrats mourn the passing of ACORN, which was famous for finding ways for illegals to vote, not to mention evade taxes and other laws.
So we won’t see a Congressional reinterpretation of the 14th Amendment anytime soon. But read all of Will’s piece. It’s essential information for the next time someone tries to convince you that it makes any kind of sense Constitutionally for anchor babies to be automatic US citizens.
Jul 28 2009
Latino Identity Politics and Immigration Payback
Over the past several years, pro-immigrant groups, Latino organizations, and Democratic Party-linked institutes in Washington have been on the same page about immigration and politics. Basically, it’s been a politics of numbers—bringing the growing number of Latinos and immigrants into the Democratic Party.
The entire article is basically a confession that both Democrats and “immigration rights” activists intend for people who entered the USA illegally to become Democrat voters, overwhelming the electorate with people who don’t understand the foundations of US society. The article is not written by raving right-wing lunatics. It is written by the people who are DOING it.
There is even a thinly veiled admission that “comprehensive immigration reform” and “pathway to citizenship” are simply code phrases for “adding more Democrat voters who came here illegally.”
Read and weep, if you love your country.
Then call your senator and congressional representative. You haven’t been hearing so much about this issue lately, with economic issues center-stage. But “comprehensive immigration reform” is still back in the dressing room, waiting to make a dramatic appearance in the second act.
Apr 25 2009
I see where Janet Napolitano has finally apologized to veterans for the outrageous “right-wing extremist” report issued by her agency. Apparently she claimed the report was issued “prematurely”. So, I guess that means they meant to say the same thing, only a little later. Some apology. It would be funny if it wasn’t so tragic.
So that’s one apology to a group from the American Legion. If I were king for a day I’d give her a printout containing the home addresses of every veteran who has returned from Iraq or Afghanistan. Then I’d give her a Greyhound Bus schedule and tell her not to return to Washington until she had personally visited and apologized to each and every one. But that’s just me….
Anyone want to wager who’ll be the recipient of the next apology? There are so many from which to choose. Perhaps the next group will be all those who hold life to be sacred. Then she could proceed to apologize to all those who believe in the rule of law, especially laws that protect our nations borders. Finally she could wrap it up with a sincere “I’m sorry” to everyone who thinks the 10th amendment to the Constitution is actually valid.
Now I realize that’s a lot of apologies and she may be a little overwhelmed by the magnitude of the task. But she can always go to her boss for advice on how best to proceed. He’s really excellent at the art of apology, just look at how well he did on his recent international trip. Obama apologized to anyone who would listen for what an “arrogant” nation we have been – especially to all those poor little totalitarian regimes out there.
Yes, I’m confident Janet Napolitano will be able to successfully complete her apology tour with help from “The Messiah”. And we can all rest easy knowing our president has placed someone of impeccable competence and character at the helm of the federal agency charged with the protection of our country from terrorist actions.
On second thought maybe she should apologize to every citizen of this nation. Then she should resign in disgrace. (Don’t hold your breath!)
Dec 22 2008
A recent appointment by President-elect Obama draws praise from the National Council of La Raza, a frightening thing indeed when one considers the basic intent of La Raza, which is essentially open borders between the US and Mexico, at a minimum.
The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) hailed today’s announcement by President-Elect Barack Obama that Cecilia Muñoz will become the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs in his administration. Muñoz currently serves as Senior Vice President for NCLR’s Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation.
“I am deeply honored and very heartened that one of the Obama Administration’s first Latino appointments is someone who has so ably served this organization and the Latino community with dedication and distinction for more than 20 years,” stated Janet MurguÃa, NCLR President and CEO.
“Cecilia leaves a legacy of advocacy and accomplishment virtually unmatched in the Latino community, and we will miss her greatly,” continued MurguÃa. “But I can say with absolute certainty that no one will work harder for her country and for the ideals and priorities of the Obama Administration. We congratulate her and salute President-Elect Obama for this inspired appointment.”
“We hope to see more Latino appointments in the upcoming weeks,” concluded MurguÃa.
Combined with the appointment of (anti-fence) Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano as head of Homeland Security, this is pretty bad news to anyone who had any hope of Obama finishing the fence, let alone delaying the declaration of straight amnesty for illegal aliens, past and future. Cecilia Muñoz is a well-known open borders activist.
Obama may be planning a “moderate” foreign policy, but it’s getting ever clearer that domestic policy is going to go pretty far left, as Obama pays off on his campaign obligations.
Sep 23 2008
Michelle Malkin :: Townhall.com :: Illegal Immigration and the Mortgage Mess
It’s no coincidence that most of the areas hardest hit by the foreclosure wave — Loudoun County, Va., California’s Inland Empire, Stockton and San Joaquin Valley, and Las Vegas and Phoenix, for starters — also happen to be some of the nation’s largest illegal alien sanctuaries. Half of the mortgages to Hispanics are subprime (the accursed species of loan to borrowers with the shadiest credit histories). A quarter of all those subprime loans are in default and foreclosure.
Read the whole thing. It is both stunning and a bit chilling.
Continue reading “Home loans for illegals: a personal aside”
Jun 30 2008
San Francisco (like Santa Monica, and others) is a “sanctuary city” with regard to illegal aliens, meaning that its city council voted in 1989 “not to cooperate with federal immigration investigations”. In other words, there is a city ordinance to break federal law, and obstruct justice, and, incredibly, the federal government puts up with it, mostly. Now the city is actually buying plane tickets and escorting criminal illegal aliens out of the country, to avoid federal investigations. Continue reading “SF City officials on lam with illegal alien criminals”
