Most immigrants cross the border illegally.
FACT: As of the end of 2005 two thirds of all foreign born people in the country had entered legally.
Immigrants send all their money back to their home countries.
FACT: Immigrant contribution to federal state and local governments is one of the most effective forms of direct foreign investment.
Immigrants come here to take welfare.
Immigrants came to America only for jobs and not to become Americans or learn English.
FACT: Many immigrants came to America for a better lifestyle, as they want to provide for their family.
Immigrants don't pay taxes
FACT: Immigrants do pay taxes in the form of property, income, sales, and taxes at the federate and state level. It is estimated that the immigrants pay between 90-140 billion in taxes per year.
FACT: As of the end of 2005 two thirds of all foreign born people in the country had entered legally.
Immigrants send all their money back to their home countries.
FACT: Immigrant contribution to federal state and local governments is one of the most effective forms of direct foreign investment.
Immigrants come here to take welfare.
Immigrants came to America only for jobs and not to become Americans or learn English.
FACT: Many immigrants came to America for a better lifestyle, as they want to provide for their family.
Immigrants don't pay taxes
FACT: Immigrants do pay taxes in the form of property, income, sales, and taxes at the federate and state level. It is estimated that the immigrants pay between 90-140 billion in taxes per year.