America is a nation of immigrants. I imagine the immigrant from South America finding refuge in the monument of equality, constitutional rights, a free society, and a free market economy such as the U.S. A stark difference than his favela slum controlled by ruthless drug lords. What a journey he has been on. He finally escaped the atrocious and made it to the land of opportunity… let us be the dignity and humility that we, the U.S. represent.
I feel that good people whom are immigrants are very welcome in the U.S. People whom contribute to our economy, are productive members of society, and are honest and good neighbors. In my opinion there should be easier, quicker, and more seamless pathways to U.S. citizenship. I feel immigrants are being unjustly “demonized”. Remember, as new citizens the immigrant is then liable to be held accountable to our laws (a crime here is a crime whether you are a citizen or not)… It doesn’t matter what language you speak, what you look like, what nation you are from, that is one of America’s strengths.
I like this charity, Contigo, because they are looking out for the vulnerable immigrant who may not have the resources or know-how to defend his or herself. The world can be a scary place out there folks. Let us care for each other.