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Immigration
So it looks as though the Bush-Kennedy-McCain immigration plan will sail on by after temporary relief and will grant some kind of amnesty to millions of illegal aliens who are predominately from Mexico. As I read The Flight of the Creative Class by Richard Florida, I couldn't help but wonder if all of this "securing the border" talk is just a bunch of doublespeak. In the book, Florida talked about how tighter immigration restrictions have gotten post-9/11 and how many talented artists, scientists, and students abroad who are having their visas delayed or denied. As it turns out, the students are deciding to study in Europe, Asia, or the South Pacific.
THESE PEOPLE ARE GETTING TURNED AWAY FOR CHEAP LABOR??? GIVE ME A BREAK!!!
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