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Originally Posted by Army_of_One  In a poll taken a few weeks ago by the Globe stated the the OVERWHELMING issue in Dodge City was and IS illegal immigration but it wasn't discussed at all during the forum. |
Army - Immigration was briefly discussed at the forum - but not enforcement of laws. I agree that immigration law is not a local issue, it's a Federal issue. But, enforcement of law is very much a local issue and deserves discussion. We have local control over violations of municipal ordinances and State Statutes that govern. If we are a sanctuary because of inefficient enforcement, then we have a serious problem to face.
But, grumble all we want, we are not going to influence Immigration laws.
It's Federal conflict. A conflict between
Treasury (IRS, Federal Reserve, FDIC, and everyone involved in control of monies) who do not want to cut off the flow of tax dollars and spending v/s
Judicial (Everyone involved in the enforcement of laws) who want to stop illegal immigration, regardless of the monetary impact. Bottom line, that's where the conflict is and we, at the local level, barely have voice - and no vote.
We can control enforcement of existing law (except deportation, which is back to the beginning again).