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To: Mama Bear who wrote (72777)	7/19/2001 4:33:13 PM
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WASHINGTON, DC -- President George W. Bush's proposal to grant amnesty to 3 million illegal Mexican workers is "a great leap forward in immigration policy," Libertarians say, because immigration is good for America. "Immigration is the sincerest form of flattery," said Steve Dasbach, national director of the Libertarian Party. "Every industrious immigrant who comes here is making a statement that they want to live and work in the freest, most prosperous nation on Earth -- as so many millions of our own forefathers have. America should welcome them." In an attempt to woo Hispanic voters and address the issue of illegal immigration, Bush has floated a controversial proposal to grant amnesty to the approximately 3 million Mexicans working illegally in the United States and create a "guest worker" program for seasonal workers. But in response to criticism from some conservative and anti- immigration advocates, the administration has shown signs that it is retreating from that position. "George Bush, stand your ground and defend America's proud tradition of accepting new immigrants," said Dasbach. Here's why immigration is good for America: * Immigration creates jobs. "Since 1962, the U.S. economy has expanded by 126 million jobs, despite hundreds of thousands of immigrants arriving every year," said Dasbach. "That's because so many immigrants start businesses that employ American workers." For example, a recent Cato Institute study found that the top five immigrant-founded firms in Silicon Valley, CA, alone employ more than 80,000 people. And an analysis of the 85 largest cities reported that those with the highest number of immigrants create jobs at twice the rate of other cities, according to the Alexis de Tocqueville Institution. "The fact that immigration and a record-low unemployment rate coexist indicates that immigrants create new jobs," said Dasbach. * Immigrants stimulate the economy in general. "More workers increases the demand for all products and services, which fuels economic growth and creates a greater need for workers throughout society," said Dasbach. "That's because immigrants aren't just workers, they are consumers as well. In fact, in the 1980s, the U.S. accepted 7 million new immigrants, while unemployment fell sharply and family incomes rose. So the immigrants-are-taking-our-jobs argument just doesn't make sense." * Immigrants provide immeasurable cultural benefits. "What would America be like without sushi, pizza, wiener schnitzel, burritos or any of the other foods brought to our shores by immigrants?" Dasbach asked. "Or imagine radio stations and concert halls devoid of salsa, flamenco, techno, or classical music, all of which originated in other nations. Or try telling sports fans that baseball would be the same without Sammy Sosa, tennis would as exciting without Monica Seles, or basketball would be as much fun without Dikmbe Mutombo. "The point is that American culture would be more bland without our rich tradition of immigrants." Dasbach acknowledged that many Americans are concerned that more immigration drives up welfare costs, thereby increasing the size and power of government. "Democrats and Republicans have worked for decades to create a powerful welfare magnet, and they shouldn't be surprised when it attracts millions of Americans and non-Americans alike," he said. "The solution isn't to reduce immigration; it's to eliminate the welfare state. "President Bush should ignore his critics, recognize that immigration is far more American than welfare -- and grant amnesty to every hard- working immigrant who comes to America in search of a better life." Regards, Barb