Stop Illegal Immigration: STRENGTHEN BORDER SECURITY and Eliminate Amnesty

By Paul Whitehead

I've been heard on KFI AM 640's John and Ken Show, Terry Anderson's show: "If you're not mad, then you're not paying attention," and KSPA/KCEO/CRN Radio Network's "The George Putnam Show." I'm featured in Daniel Sheehy's book, "FIGHTING IMMIGRATION ANARCHY: American Patriots Battle to Save the Nation." On page 217: Sheehy writes, "The year saw an the Nation." On page 217: Sheehy writes, "The year saw...

Also, I'm featured in Daniel Sheehy's book, "FIGHTING IMMIGRATION ANARCHY: American Patriots Battle to Save the Nation." On page 217: Sheehy writes, "The year saw an increase in Anti-Illegal Immigration candidates for Congress in several states. The candidates included Utah's Matt Throckmorton, (4 other candidates),...and California's Cynthia Matthews and PAUL WHITEHEAD. He goes to discuss how Illegal Immigration Reform played a major role in 2004 Congressional elections. "http://www.fightingimmigrationanarchy.com/

I've been heard on KFI AM 640's John and Ken Show, Terry Anderson's show: "If you're not mad, then you're not paying attention," and KSPA/KCEO/CRN Radio Network's "The George Putnam Show."

We need to eliminate amnesty for illegal aliens - also known as the 245(i) provision. These amnesty efforts let illegal aliens cut to the front of the immigration line, bypassing those who apply through the legal process. They only encourage more people to enter America illegally, thus subverting the laws enacted by the will of the people.

The biggest period of population explosion in America's history occurred in the 1990's (almost 100% due to immigration) - bigger than either the baby boom or the immigration wave of the early 1900s. Letting over 1,000,000 more legal immigrants come to America each year in a period of rising unemployment is ridiculous. Let's take a break, and absorb the 30 million new citizens we already have.

At the very least, we should reduce immigration to the US historical average of around 200,000 per year - This would be 14% of the current 1.5 million per year level (about 1 million legal and 500,000 illegal immigrants per year). Not limiting immigration will drastically change the character and culture of America within our lifetime. We have a great culture and should protect it. Immigration levels should encourage assimilation, not balkanization. Many Americans are proud of our immigration tradition. So let's keep the numbers at traditional levels.

1.5 million LEGAL immigrants come to California and America each year -- greencard holders, temporary agricultural workers, and high tech workers, etc. Currently, the number of illegal aliens entering the country runs around 3 to 5 million (for each illegal caught, 3-5 get past the Border Patrol and they are catching around one million at the Mexican border alone). See:

Who Left the Door Open? Despite all the talk of homeland security, sneaking into the U.S. is scandalously easy and on the rise. Millions of illegal aliens will pour across the U.S.-Mexican border this year, many from countries hostile to America. TIME Magazine looked at the damage, the dangers and the reasons the U.S. fails to protect itself. By DONALD L. BARLETT & JAMES B. STEELE

http://www.kfi640.com/time_dooropen.html

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IMMIGRATION REFORM IN THE NEWS Illegal immigrant law is upheld: Arizona plaintiffs lack standing to sue, appeals court rules By: Bob Egelko, Chronicle Staff Writer, Wednesday, August 10, 2005

A federal appeals court Tuesday dismissed a challenge to an Arizona ballot measure that denied some benefits to illegal immigrants and required state and local agencies to report them for deportation -- a law resembling a California initiative that was overturned by the courts.

The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco did not decide whether Arizona's Proposition 200 interfered with exclusive federal regulation of immigration, as opponents argued. Instead, the court said those who filed the suit had failed to show "a genuine threat of imminent prosecution" that would entitle them to challenge the measure.

None of the plaintiffs -- state and local employees, a number of immigrants, and a Tucson social services agency -- had presented concrete plans to violate Prop. 200 or evidence of any specific warning that they faced prosecution, the three-judge panel said. The ruling upheld a federal judge's decision that allowed Prop. 200 to take effect last December.

Steve Reyes, a lawyer with the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, said he disagreed with the ruling because government employees could be prosecuted for violating the measure, and some of the plaintiffs were illegal immigrants who faced an increased risk of deportation. But he said the suit could also be refiled by plaintiffs who have been harmed or threatened by Prop. 200 since it became law.

The Arizona measure received nearly 56 percent of the vote last November, a reflection of public fervor in a state where more illegal immigrants are arrested by the Border Patrol than in any other, and where nearly 44 percent of the immigrant population is illegal.

Prop. 200 is a descendant of California's Proposition 187, which passed in 1994 but never took effect. A federal judge ruled that its key provisions - - a requirement that state and local authorities report suspected illegal residents to federal immigration officials, and a denial of public education and other benefits to illegal immigrants -- amounted to an invalid attempt by a state to regulate immigration.

The Arizona measure does not affect public education but has reporting requirements like those in the California initiative and also limits public benefits. However, Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano and the state attorney general have concluded the measure covers only a few benefit programs -- utility payment assistance, a vision care program and general assistance cash grants -- and have rejected arguments by sponsors of the measure for a broader ban.

Prop. 200 also requires voters to present proof of citizenship when they register. The Arizona Republic reported in June that more than 5,000 residents, none of them illegal immigrants, had been prevented from registering under that provision.

E-mail Bob Egelko at begelko@sfchronicle.com.

Reports have found that over half of non-drivers (65and older) stay at home on any given day because they have no transportation. How do Seniors get to the doctor, to houses of worship, to the grocery store, to see their friends? In many cases, they don't. They become isolated, often depressed.

As your Assemblyman, I will introduce a bill for public transportation programs, particularly those serving the elderly and persons with disabilities; strengthen coordination among California human services transportation programs, and preserve transportation enhancements programs that helps make communities more walkable and bicycle friendly.

AARP believes it is critical that transportation policymakers begin to address the needs of the over 65 population now by offering choices beyond driving, allowing people to travel independently in their communities. The reauthorization of TEA-21* (the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century), is an opportunity to expand and improve transportation services for older Americans.

As Assemblyman, I will sponsor legislation to:

·allow operating assistance as an eligible expense in the Section 5310 program for the elderly and persons with disabilities, and not just funding for the purchase of vehicles

·support funding for improvements that make roads safer for our Senior drivers and pedestrians.

• AARP testified before both the House of Representatives and Senate transportation committees in July, 2002.

  Paul knows that children can't learn in unruly classrooms with 40 or more students. We must decrease class size, increase teacher's salaries, renovate decaying facilities, and offer more INDUSTRIAL ARTS/ TRADE-TECH classes for those students not going to college. As Assemblyman, Paul will initiate programs that give teachers the freedom to teach in well-equipped classrooms so that our students have the foundation for academic success.

Paul knows how the state government has failed to meet its commitment to fairly fund key programs, like music, the arts, and hands-on INDUSTRIAL ARTS training for those not going to college. Paul understands that education must emphasize job training, problem solving, and not just test taking.

Paul Whitehead knows well-trained teachers lead to better schools.

As a classroom teacher, Paul Whitehead understands that motivated teachers hold the key to unlocking a child's potential. Paul will work to attract and retain a quality teacher in every classroom. He will promote effective mentoring programs for new teachers, reward master teachers, and improve retirement benefits.

Paul Whitehead understands that learning doesn't stop after school.

Paul will continue to promote quality after-school programs for area kids. Students need a safe place to go for extra help to master tough subjects so they can succeed in school and in life. In Assembly, Paul will urge parents to get involved at every level of their child's education. Parental participation is necessary for students to achieve and Paul will support programs to reward parents for their participation in their child's education.

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Paul Whitehead Campaign for Assembly, (310) 712-1975