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our present welfare states draws those from other jurisdictions who come for the security guaranteed by government forced transfer payments. Genuine immigration reform can only result from elimination of the current welfare state and a renewed embracement of the constitutional principles under which transfer payments were the exception rather than the rule.

I’ve been pointing out for years that our “immigration problem” lies not in those crossing the borders, but with the socialist agenda of those already here.

[Sir Gawain]

But realistically, what are the chances of ending the welfare state? Of course it would help end the problem. That's why it will never be done.

[Sabertooth]

I’ve been pointing out for years that our “immigration problem” lies not in those crossing the borders, but with the socialist agenda of those already here.

A clarification: The problem isn't "immigration," it's Illegals.

As for whether it "lies not in those crossing the borders, but with the socialist agenda of those already here," the anser is both, and other things as well (like the corrupt oligarchies in the countries they're leaving).

Any comprehensive solution will attack all aspects of the problem, though I'd be happy with incremental progress. However, any amnesty will only exacerbate it.

[FreeReign]

I’ve been pointing out for years that our “immigration problem” lies not in those crossing the borders, but with the socialist agenda of those already here.

The problem is both -- I believe in borders.