Immigration has been one of the most controversial subjects in our state today and with the results of this past election. It is clear that the whole country is divided, especially in this issue. As we all know, Texas is home to more than 1 million illegal aliens, the second largest population in the country just below California. They live here permanently, and contribute to our economy and community every day. In this essay I will explain how granting amnesty to illegal aliens would benefit the Texas economy despite the erroneous beliefs and controversy surrounding the subject.
In my opinion, granting amnesty to illegal aliens is beneficial for Texas. Despite popular belief, immigration be it legal or illegal actually benefits the economy. …show more content…
Illegal aliens often use fake social security numbers when applying for jobs but that does not change the fact that a large percentage of them still pay income tax despite their status while not being able to use the benefits provided by social security. There is also the sales tax which everyone has pay when we buy items in the US. The more people living in our state the more sales tax will be produced. This influx of immigrants will generate millions of dollars in revenue while massively boosting the state’s economy. One big misconception about immigrants is the belief that they are prone to commit crimes when in reality most of them want to stay hidden to avoid confrontations with the law. Most of the immigrants who are actually convicted are arrested for that same reason: being an illegal alien here in the US. Besides the fact that immigrants benefit our state’s economy, it would be unpractical, inhuman, and would cost a lot to deport all of the hard-working people currently living in our …show more content…
I believe that we all must embrace the fact that we are a nation founded by immigrants. The truth is, unless you are a Native American, your ancestors were immigrants. Since the beginning, this nation was founded on ideas of diversity and the right to “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” As time went on, immigrants came here from all over the world looking for a better quality of life, looking for the American Dream. I strongly believe that we can all live with each other embracing our vast cultural diversity while honoring our ancestors by providing an opportunity for people that want to contribute to our great
In my opinion, granting amnesty to illegal aliens is beneficial for Texas. Despite popular belief, immigration be it legal or illegal actually benefits the economy. …show more content…
Illegal aliens often use fake social security numbers when applying for jobs but that does not change the fact that a large percentage of them still pay income tax despite their status while not being able to use the benefits provided by social security. There is also the sales tax which everyone has pay when we buy items in the US. The more people living in our state the more sales tax will be produced. This influx of immigrants will generate millions of dollars in revenue while massively boosting the state’s economy. One big misconception about immigrants is the belief that they are prone to commit crimes when in reality most of them want to stay hidden to avoid confrontations with the law. Most of the immigrants who are actually convicted are arrested for that same reason: being an illegal alien here in the US. Besides the fact that immigrants benefit our state’s economy, it would be unpractical, inhuman, and would cost a lot to deport all of the hard-working people currently living in our …show more content…
I believe that we all must embrace the fact that we are a nation founded by immigrants. The truth is, unless you are a Native American, your ancestors were immigrants. Since the beginning, this nation was founded on ideas of diversity and the right to “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” As time went on, immigrants came here from all over the world looking for a better quality of life, looking for the American Dream. I strongly believe that we can all live with each other embracing our vast cultural diversity while honoring our ancestors by providing an opportunity for people that want to contribute to our great