Bullseye Reflections

Citizenship VS. Deportation  Immigrants played a crucial role in shaping the government and Constitution of the United States. George Washington welcomed both prosperous newcomers and those fleeing persecution. Decades later, President Reagan recognized that many undocumented immigrants contribute to society and advocated for granting them legal status. Today, immigrants—including DACA recipients and their families—continue to navigate complex legal processes while contributing as business owners, homeowners, and taxpayers. Instead of paying for them to “self deport” or arresting and deporting them let’s redirect our resources to Citizenship Pathways and build a stronger, greater nation than we have ever had before!   Transforming Immigration Policy for Economic Gain and Social Unity  It is time to rethink how we allocate our resources and energy when it comes to immigration policy. Rather than spending billions of dollars on deporting individuals who have already become ...

  A Br oken Immigration System and the Promise of Change  The presidency and policies that shape the United States have always been a reflection of the collective will and beliefs of its people. When Donald Trump emerged victorious in his campaign for the highest office, it was not merely a product of political momentum; it was the manifestation of a particular vision—a “common sense” approach, as many supporters believed—that promised decisive action on longstanding issues.  First Wave of "Mass Deportation" For decades, the U.S. immigration system has been described as broken, tangled in inefficiency, loopholes, and ambiguity. The promise to “close the border” and “deport criminals” resonated with voters who felt the nation’s security and integrity were compromised. Within months of taking office, the administration moved swiftly to enact changes: border crossings were dramatically curtailed, and the machinery of “mass deportation” was set in motion. These actions fulfil...