Introduction

Thank you, Jeffrey. I must say, it is good to be flexing my debating skills once again, and against such a challenging opponent as Demosthenes. As many of your readers may be aware, I was one of the most influencial thinkers of my time, especially when it came to your Founding Fathers. My Second Treatise on Government is a cornerstone philosophy of your Constitution. Please, wake up, I promise this will not be a history lecture or philosophical discussion of the implications of the social contract or theories of knowledge. I am here to add my voice to the debate over illegal immigration, and so I shall.

Let me begin by acknowledging that most immigrants to this country, legal or illegal, are hard working individuals who want nothing more than a better life for themselves and their families. The American Dream has always been that freedom and hard work can result in a better life. It is for this reason that America stands as a beacon to all people and as a symbol of hope and a promise of a better tomorrow.

America must strive to continue as the light which guides the world, accepts ideas and people freely, and offers free refills on soft drinks. Security is a valid concern. It is, after all, the primary function of a government to provide security of its citizens' inalienable rights. America can maintain its own security while accepting the hard-working, honest people who wish to live within her borders, and it must do so.