That is a liberal misrepresentation. The American Indian was not CREATED on this continent. They migrated here, like most everyone else. Maybe the animals that were already here have a claim to the land....
I know where my people came from. They didn't sneak in.
But really all of that does not matter. If you are here illegally, you knew the risk. If you were born on this soil, you, by law, are now a citizen.
The ones here illegally who have enjoyed the fruits of legal citizens, have stolen from the citizens right of the pursuit of happiness. It is an American right, not a world right. (not a Mexican right)
There should be a penance for the crime. Or else the act will be seen as justified. Which is a slap in the face to all LEGAL immigrants. IF living here is worth it to them, then whatever penance is required should be gladly taken. I'm not talking about cutting a hand off. But it should be a sacrifice.
Just giving a pass to them is spitting on our citizens.
The rest of your suggestions were acceptable. Invading America should not be a akin to having a winning lottery ticket.
You are missing my point. I totally agree we need to stop the influx. But the current system is fucked.
My plan dealt with those that are here currently contributing, if it can be proven that since they have been on American soil they have been a productive, working member of our society, as nook said IMO they should be offered amnesty and issued some type of registration card.
Not contributing, fine you have a period of time to fix that or you are out.
Taking welfare? you have a time to fix that or you are out.
Break our laws, no second chances, you are gone.
Those that want to come here from this point forward must do it LEGALLY. The system needs to be redefined.
As you stated "Being born on this soil, makes you an American" to me this is a stupid concept, an illegal can have a child here and they are now an American Citizen this is a problem as well.