“We have room for but one flag, the American flag… We have room for but one language here, and that is the English language… and we have room for but one sole loyalty and that is a loyalty to the American people.” Theodore Roosevelt 1907

Historians scrutinize every aspect of great civilizations from their creation through their decline. For example, the Roman Empire ruled the world for centuries and historians debate the cause of its decline. Most agree the decline can be attributed to the onslaught of enemy armies and internal weakness due to mingling of Romans with conquered cultures. This mingling resulted in disintegration of their common language and a loss of traditions and values that made them great. Of course it is not that simple, but the point is that a major factor in the decline of Rome was the eroding of Roman Culture. [Read more…]

The daily news and our blogs illustrate illegal immigration continues to be an issue politicized by politicians and the old media and the topic of endless discussion across the country. Yet, there is a total disconnect between 80% of Americans and these politicians, belt way pundits and old media. These folks have managed to “pigeon-hole” the debate on this topic to encompass invalid issues of the need for workers, the need for new laws and deportation of 12 million illegal aliens. Politicians, pundits and most everyone completely ignore real causes and real solutions.

There have always been illegal aliens sneaking across our border. However, illegal aliens of old were small in number and did not immediately join the entitlement culture. History has proven that twisting policy and laws like a pretzel to accommodate “guest workers” or illegal aliens has failed miserably and created more problems. [Read more…]

Let me first begin by saying that I am not an American, have never been to America (although it is my dream), and perhaps should not be involved in this discussion. I also know that very recently, your blog had some interesting notes regarding the immigration issue. But as I peer through my lens from my lofty university chair, I could not help but write a small note expressing my opinion on what I see will destroy your country sooner or later.

On Monday, President George W. Bush announced that in an effort to address illegal immigration into the United States he has proposed deploying thousands of National Guard troops along the Mexican border while initiating a guest worker program and a path toward legalization for some undocumented workers already in your country. The White House’s plan has pit the Bush administration against Mexico and has also become divisive amongst the politicians, where activists on both extremes criticize its attempt to chart a middle course. Cannot these people take a stand on any issue? [Read more…]