Don Feder

In the following viewpoint, Don Feder, a conservative syndicated columnist, argues against granting amnesty to illegal immigrants. He argues that passing a blanket amnesty that legalizes the status of illegal aliens would reward those who break the law and encourage more illegal immigration to this country. Moreover, it would be unfair to those who go through the process of legal immigration. Illegal immigration creates crime, welfare, and other social problems, and should be restricted, Feder contends.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. What do most Americans associate with illegal immigration, according to Feder?
2. What were the characteristics of immigrants given amnesty in the 1980s, according to the author?
3. How does Feder characterize the Democrat and Republican positions on illegal immigration"

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