Cost Quote by William J. Clinton
“What we did with deeming rules were designed - it was designed to keep costs from coming on to the government that should be borne by families of immigrants who actually have incomes and can afford to pay.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the 1998 Immigration Reform Conference, 1998
He argued that immigration costs should be borne by families with sufficient income, not the government
In simple terms: Immigration expenses should be paid by those who can afford it.
Key Takeaway
Shift cost responsibility to wealthier families.
Themes
immigration
tax policy
social equity
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- family financial planning
- immigration reform debates
Key Concepts
public finance
welfare economics
policy design
Questions to Reflect On
- Who truly benefits from shifting these costs?
- How can fairness be measured in such policies?
A Different Perspective
May overlook families with hidden expenses or low documented income.
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