Illegal Immigration | Illegal Immigrants Should Not Be Given Amnesty

In the following viewpoint, Don Feder, a conservative syndicated columnist, argues against granting amnesty to illegal immigrants. He argues that passing a blanket amnesty that legalizes the status of illegal aliens would reward those who break the law and encourage more illegal immigration to this country. Moreover, it would be unfair to those who go through the process of legal immigration. Illegal immigration creates crime, welfare, and other social problems, and should be restricted, Feder contends.

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