The fact that the problem of which I speak is unique to our Western States makes it extremely difficult to garner the attention of my fellow Senators. I am very frustrated. Mr. President. that this body has displayed a geographic and cultural bias which tarnishes our commitment to the Nation as a whole. This bodys fundamental indifference toward labor intensive agriculture. and particularly western agriculture. is a disgrace. The truest display of the mindset of the Senate was displayed last August when we passed the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1982. This bill is completely insensitive to the needs of western agriculture. It is cruel and punitive in its treatment of our neighbors to the souththe people of Mexico.
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