Speech #1090114615

I came to talk about another subject matter. but I appreciate the privilege to say a few words about it. and I thank you for your contribution here tonight. Madam Speaker. I came to the floor to talk about another subject matter. and that is the subject matter that America is talking about in virtually every stop I make across the Midwest and other parts across the country. that is the subject matter of illegal immigration. I would point out that most everyone I meet is supportive of legal immigra52. Pt. 3 3535 tion. I am one who is supportive of legal immigration. I have argued many times that we need to design an immigration policy that is for the enhancement of the economic. the social. and the cultural wellbeing of the United States of America. It needs to be a plan that is somewhat selfish. if you will: one that is designed to grow our economy. one that is designed to develop our society. one that is designed to help us continue to be the beacon of liberty for the world. That has been the charge that has fallen upon this Congress.