Unless the Federal government shows the people of the United States and the world that it is serious about enforcing its laws, there will be no confidence either here or abroad that it will enforce new laws.
As far as the American people are concerned, it is unfortunate that most will decide this issue based on whether they think they will personally benefit from comprehensive immigration reform, but the Federation should be a voice for what is best for the United States of America, not just for short-term prospects of the Republican Party, but for our future as a nation.
Those who fear the loss of a unique American culture will likely oppose comprehensive immigration reform until the country enforces the laws already on the books. If enforcement requires changing some of those laws, then there might be support for a eliminating laws that are unenforceable, if there any. Frankly, I think there is a determination on the part of the Democrat Party to change America and enlist Republicans in that effort. I am surprised to learn that not a single objection was registered via a negative vote by the leaders of the Federation of Republican Women at the national level, and especially surprised that there was none in Texas.
Personally, I am concerned about the loss of a unique American culture. It is not that I don't appreciate other cultures and peoples. I have studied many languages, have a minor concentration in Chinese studies and studied international politics in graduate school. I wrote my doctoral dissertation on Foreign Trade Zones, served as Manager of International Trade at the Birmingham Area Chamber of Commerce and as Secretary of the Alabama World Trade Association. Also, while in graduate school, I was Director of International Student Affairs at the University of Alabama. I wrote Alabama's policy on International Education. I have also lived and taught abroad. My concern is not jingoistic, nor is it based on fear, ignorance, or isolationism.
Am I alone, among Federated Republican Women, in this concern?
