Again. we must grapple with the rights and needs of a peopleAmerican citizenswho became a part of the American democratic system not as a result of the Vietnam war. the Korean conflict. World War II. or World War I. but rather. as the result of the SpanishAmerican War over 92 years ago. Last year. we passed a comprehensive immigration bill that essentially opens our doors widely to those throughout the world wishing to enter our shores as fullfledged citizens. As American citizens. Guamanlans. of course. are not eligible to enter as Immigrants. At the same time. as American citizens from the territories. we do not enjoy the full rights and privileges extended to and enjoyed by other Amer49059 095 Vol. 137 (Pt. 1110 icans. Ironically. our governmental system makes It easier for former strangers and former enemies of our country to Immigrate and In a relatively short period of time to enjoy full citizenship than It Is for us who have stood In line for 100 years. This Is a sad commentary on our Inability to take care of our own. After almost a century. we do not want fellow citizens of our country to be our wardens. nor do we want to be their wards.
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