There is still another reason why I support the legislation. It is a basic reason. but one which too often escapes consideration. A plain and simple fact is this: the national origins quota system has never worked. The statistical record of immigration presented in this debate. and in the hearings. demonstrates conclusively that the national origins system is unworkable and out of step with reality. Even on its own terms. and quite apart from any special legislation. the system failed in its purpose to select and admit immigrants in accordance with a basic racial and ethnic ratio. Some will argue the special measures have brought refinement to our inmnigration policy. Have they really.
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