I categorically oppose this amendment. First. the intent of our law is the reuniting of families and marriage does not severe blood relationships. Second. since 65 percent of the present fifth preference applicants are married brothers and sisters. the practical effect of this amendment would be a substantial reduction in the number of immigrants who could come in under fifth preference. Third. if we are going to address ourselves to a redefinition of the preference system. then this should be done during a general discussion on the revision of the entire act. To single out one preference category in this manner is totally injust since it is targeted at the Italians.
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