The very extensive monitoring and reporting mechanisms are an expression of the importance we attach to guarding against discrimination. Mr. Speaker. the American people want an immigration policy that fairly addresses the pressures on our borders. and the status of those already here illegally. Inaction on our part will mean we continue to tolerate a large underclass in our midst. vulnerable to exploitation. fearful of discovery. Inaction will deny us the opportunity to address this problem rationally and with compassion. There is a further fundamental need for reform of our immigration laws. Public perception is that immigration is out of control and it is the correct perception. Already we have had warnings of unrest in areas impacted with illegal immigrants and with refugees. The pressures from the Caribbean basin driven by rapid population growth and by proverty will only intensify. Mr. Speaker. I fear if we do not act now to bring order to our immigration procedures. tension and resentment will grow. A repressive reaction would not distinguish lawful immigrants and refugees from illegal immigrants. At stake. is nothing less than our policy of reuniting families and our humanitarian tradition of welcoming those suffering persecution. Those who would block action by this House carry a heavy burden.
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Generalization about unrest in areas impacted by immigrants and refugees.