Arguments Against Immigration Reform

Immigration policies in the United States have not had a real reform in decades. The financial impact of a new immigration reform bill will strengthen the US economy. At the same time, immigrant incorporation will create new tax revenue akin the 1986 act. In addition, the incorporation of the estimated eleven million unauthorized immigrants will have a positive impact, not only on the economy, but on the community as well. Furthermore, immigration reform will give millions of people who have lived in the US for years an opportunity to become a part of the American polity.
Nevertheless, Anti-immigrant groups argue three points against immigration reform. The first point, is that unauthorized immigrants broke the law and should not be rewarded for criminal behavior. Although unauthorized entry to the country is a civil violation, anti-immigrant groups treat it as a criminal violation. The second argument opponents of immigration reform make, is that unauthorized immigrants are somehow hurting the workforce. Anti-immigrant groups claim that immigrants are taking the jobs of US natives. Lastly, opponents of immigration reform argue that unauthorized immigrants are taking advantage of public services and create a tax burden for American taxpayers.
Moreover, the criminalization of unauthorized immigrants has blinded many concerned Americans. It is important, however, to bring awareness of the broken immigration system in the US. For that reason, my research will analyze arguments in favor and against immigrant reform. Lastly, my study will attempt to provide possible recommendations focused on a partisan compromise. My goal is to propose immigration reform that includes both, enforcement mechanisms and incorporation of the unauthorized immigrant