Mr. Speaker. I have called upon the Secretary of State to address this issue forthrightly in diplomatic talks with other nations especially those who contribute the largest numbers of illegal aliens. Finally. I suggest that no longterm solution of this problem would be complete without a through review of our current immigration law and policy. I am aware of the intensive study already devoted to this subject by the Subcommittee on Immigration. It is my hope that the subcommittee will again turn its attention to this area in order that we may arrive at a completely fair and equitable immigration system. I agree with the sentiments expressed in a resolution presented to the National Labor Conference of the AFLCIO Building and Construction Trade Department which states: Let us continue to extend open arms to those from other lands who are willing to become American citizens. abide by our laws and work to improve the quality of life in this nation. But let us quickly close the door on the millions of illegal aliens who are seeking to gain entry into this nation purely to drain the economic lifeblood of this nation and her people. The time is right. The public is aroused.
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Illegal aliens are seeking to drain the economic lifeblood of the nation.