Letter: We must secure the border and take care of Americans first
(Greg Bull | The Associated Press) U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers walks along a wall at the border between Mexico and the United States, as seen from San Diego on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Migrants approaching the U.S. border from Mexico were enveloped with tear gas Sunday after a few tried to breach a fence separating the two countries. The Border Patrol office in San Diego said via Twitter that pedestrian crossings have been suspended at the San Ysidro port of entry at both the East and West facilities. All northbound and southbound traffic was halted.
Ron Overman is absolutely correct concerning the border issue (“Trump is right to stop immigration,” Nov. 27).
We need to do whatever it takes to keep the southern border secure. Walls, wire, troops or tear gas. No more asylum. No more illegal sneaks taking advantage of our resources. Turn the caravan and all those attempting illegal entry around and hold Mexico partially responsible.
And for those of you who will undoubtedly criticize me as “uncompassionate,” stating, “They are women and children who want a better life,” remember all those who want a better life who are American citizens. — homeless vets, displaced fire victims, children living below the poverty line and the elderly choosing between food and medication.
When the citizens of this country have all they need, then we can reach out to the less fortunate in other countries and through vetting welcome those who will contribute and not take from America.
Marci Esparza, Sandy
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