America Security

I feel that America is one of the greatest countries in the free world, yet it is in danger of losing its greatness due to its current economic state and vulnerability. Right now too many illegal aliens are in America when there is a major economic down spin. Along with a down economy crime rates sky rocket. We need to address this issue and build up America by supporting the citizens who follow the rules to make this once again the safest and most free nation for all those striving for that dream.
America was started on the mentality of if you work hard you can achieve anything (A.K.A. the "American Dream"). It's been said that everyone wants to come to America because of the opportunities and options. One thing to break down the "American Dream" are those that don't follow the rule to achieve this dream. This country should build up its recourse's (American citizens) to make the economy a better place to live and so it stays a free and prosperous country for those to escape persecution and find freedom. The states do not fully understand that aspect because in some states there are social programs to grant money and financial aid, paid for by the tax payers, to illegal aliens. Illegal immigrants can receive lower tuition rates at certain public schools in such states as Texas, California and New York which makes you wonder why not lower rates for those who are in the country legally and for those who pay the most taxes. (Patrick Mcgee, Fort Worth Star-telegram) How can the government spend all this money on illegal aliens and know that very few of them will gain citizenship and pay taxes to refuel the economy.
Another major issue to destroy the American dream and the safety of this great nation is the gangs and mobs that bring in illegals, illegal drugs, and cause crimes. Right now, Phoenix is the kidnapping capital of the world! That is thanks to the Cartel Mexican mob. Jon Kly Arizona Senator talked about the issues that the United States face with this Mexican drug Cartel. "Federal authorities arrested 750 people, and seized more than $59 million in cash, substantial amount of marijuana, cocaine, Ecstasy, and other drugs, nearly 150 vehicles, as well as aircraft and ships used by the cartel." (Jon Kly) Granted the law enforcement has started to hire more people to combat this mob but it does not make the USA safe at all. It's a hard struggle and this gang brings in drugs and crime all across America. We need to protect our boarders and our American Citizens, and by doing so we need to make sure Americans get jobs and education and we stop illegal boarder crossing to protect the safety and integrity of this great country.

Mcgee, Patrick. "Fort Worth Star-telegram." Cron Huston and Texas News. July 23, 2005. Web. 04, February, 2010 http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/3278645.html

United States Senator for Arizona, Jon Kly. Boarder Security. N.p. n.d. WEB 04, February, 2010 http://kly.senator.gov/legis_center/boarder.cfm#top