For instance. an American citizen with a Greek mother or father must wait at least 18 months to bring his parents to this country. A citizen whose married son or daughter is Italian cannot obtain a quota number for 2 years or more. President Johnson has again requested that Congress enact legislation to correct these deficiencies and to eliminate the national origin quota system. The distinguished junior Senator from Michigan has today introduced legislation which will implement that request. This law would recognize that each immigrant has a special worth because of his potential contribution to the total manpower of our country and that he should be judged on his individual ability. Over a 5year period. it would eliminate all quotas based on national origin. The total annual number of immigrants would be increased by less than 7.000. People would be admitted on the basis of their skills. education. and training. Another governing factor would be the reunification of families now separated by our outmoded immigration laws. Mr. President. along with many other Senators.
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