Anchor Babies…Next on Arizona’s List?

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Originally Posted by pelathais

Yeah, that's the bottom line. Unfortunately.

What I don't like as well is the political game that is played. When someone speaks out for our laws to be observed they are often painted as "racist." Yet most of the people I know who happen to have Hispanic surnames are also very much against illegal immigration.

My earlier point was that the 14th Amendment's "subject to the jurisdiction" clause doesn't mean just subject to the common criminal laws of the state and nation. It has a finer distinction in mind - the sort of jurisdiction that comes up when we talk about where "home" is and which community we feel we need to contribute our taxes to and to support.

Thanks for the clarification on the "subject to jurisdiction". I know what you mean I have friends that are Hispanic and they really caught in this whole situation. 1- People look at them crazy and 2- They feel that those that are coming here illegally are hindering their chances of being treated fairly. It is an extremely frustrating thing for them to deal with. I've even had one be denied a job because she was told that she didn't speak Spanish correctly, when she has been speaking Spanish her entire life. (The job denial sparked a lot of emotions she has on illegal immigration.) Good point to bring out, because I think a lot of people think that all people of Hispanic descent side with those that are here illegally. I've heard many ask the question; "I came here the legal way why can't they?"