Asking Quote by Michael D. Antonovich
“The question taxpayers keep asking is 'why should we pay for services for those who have broken the law to get here?' They should not, nor should they be forced to be the Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and School District of the world. This is evidenced in every poll I have seen indicating that every ethnic group is opposed to illegal immigration and supports enforcement of the law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks on immigration policy, 2015
The speaker argues that taxpayers should not be forced to fund services for illegal immigrants, citing public opinion polls that show broad opposition across ethnic groups.
In simple terms: Taxpayers shouldn’t fund illegal immigration services.
Key Takeaway
Demand policy that respects taxpayer consent.
Themes
taxes
immigration
public opinion
Mood
frustrated
assertive
Type
political
controversial
When to use this quote
- voting
- community meetings
- policy advocacy
- budget hearings
Key Concepts
fiscal responsibility
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How should governments balance humanitarian aid with taxpayer concerns?
- What evidence supports the claim of universal opposition?
A Different Perspective
Public opinion may not reflect nuanced economic impacts of immigration.
