Downturn in economy sending illegals packing


	Downturn in economy sending illegals packing

Eaglewings

10-25-2008 12:15 AM

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immigration, illegal immigration, economy, economics

Eaglewings says:

Finally an immigration program that actually works. Take away the monetary incentives and the illegal activity reduces. Perhaps the white house could catch the hint?

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