I strongly believe that we are going to be better off united than divided. But I also believe in a common culture. I told the immigrants at the marches that citizenship involves a common language. a common faith in the country. a common sense of purpose. and a loyalty to a common flag. I believe that this is what the immigrant community wants. They want to follow in the steps of the millions who came before them and helped our country meld from many peoples into one Nation. In diversity we come together as one. To those who fear immigrants. I say we cannot have a country in which you have a servant class picking our lettuce. mowing our lawns. and caring for our children. but who never have the full rights and obligations of citizenship. Today. the Senate will respond to the call for action from not only these marchers but all Americans who want to uphold our finest traditions. It has been a tough few weeks. but I am proud of this body today. We worked hard. conducted a civil debate. and have taken a big step toward fixing our immigration system. My hope is the conferees will put their stamp of approval on the Senate bill we are passing today. Let me say that while I support this bill. it is not perfect.
Identified stereotypes
Immigrants are described as a servant class.