Boston University's Free Press quotes Chris Ott, ACLU of Massachusetts spokesperson, in its story about the failure of the DREAM Act, which would have created a path to citizenship for the children of undocumented immigrants.
We think that passing something like the DREAM Act is both the right thing to do, and a smart move. Even if parents come here illegally, it's not fair to punish their children -- and it doesn't make sense either.
Measures that reward children for things like doing well in school helps ensure a better future for them, and is better for all of us in the long run. If someone is talented and educated and could be a productive member of the economy and society, kicking them out of the country or forcing them to live in the shadows and margins of society doesn't help anyone.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
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