And so once again. I shall vote against the bill. I am especially concerned about the bills undeservedly harsh treatment of legal immigrants. I note with dismay that nearly half of the $56 billion that would be saved by this bill comes from the denial of benefits to people in this category. More often then not. legal immigrants are hardworking. tax paying individuals who deeply appreciate the freedom and opportunity of U.S. citizenship. which they hope to attain. To deny them so many of the benefits that they might legitimately need as they build a life here. seems unfair and unjustified. While I applaud President Clintons assurance that this grievous flaw in the bill will be corrected by future legislation. the provision amounts to justice denied. here and now. and I cannot bring myself to vote for it.
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