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“Legal immigrants play by the rules and come in under the law. They work, raise their families, pay taxes, and serve in the Armed Forces. ... Legal immigrants do not seek to cross the border, or overstay their visas. They come here the right way. ... And, by and large, they are here as the result…” quote by Edward Kennedy
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“Legal immigrants play by the rules and come in under the law. They work, raise their families, pay taxes, and serve in the Armed Forces. ... Legal immigrants do not seek to cross the border, or overstay their visas. They come here the right way. ... And, by and large, they are here as the result of reunifying families...”

Edward Kennedy

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Legal immigrants contribute positively to society, following laws and supporting families.

In simple terms: Lawful newcomers work, pay taxes, and serve the country.

Key Takeaway

Support fair immigration processes.

Themes

immigration lawfulness contribution family service

Mood

informative concerned

Type

political explanatory

When to use this quote

  • policy debate
  • community outreach
  • public education

Key Concepts

civic duty economic impact social integration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance security with compassion?
  • What reforms improve integration?
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Overgeneralization may ignore individual cases.

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