The DREAM Act...A Dream if you're a corrupt elitist, but a nightmare to most everyone else.

Another inspired act of brilliance from the corrupt elitists in Washington...

It seems since getting an amnesty bill passed isn't an option, these yo-yos have decided to try pushing this load of crap through. Obviously we have to forget the fact that granting amnesty does absolutely NOTHING to curb the illegal immigration problem (remember, we've tried that before), and only serves to (among other things): A. Increase crime, particularly in border states, B. Increase the burden of already bankrupt entitlement programs, and C. Most importantly in the eyes of the “elitists”, instantly boost the voting population that are favorable to the anti-American policies these bottom feeders thrive on.

The DREAM act (Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act)...quite the interesting read...a few points about it, for those not up to speed:

• Any person under 35 years of age illegally in the U.S. can apply for permanent resident status if they have graduated high school (or GED) and have been admitted to an “institution of higher education.” The individual then has 8 years to complete at least 2 years of a bachelor's degree (actually earning the degree isn't required).
• Those illegal aliens not able to complete the above requirement? Not a problem; the federal government can waive the requirement completely if the illegal can demonstrate deportation would be a hardship to themselves or their spouse, child, or parent.
• If their application is denied for any reason, immigration authorities are prohibited from using the information to deport the illegal alien.
• If approved, the illegal then qualifies for “in-state” tuition in the state of their residence, AND federal student assistance. (Nothing like bypassing those here legally and trying to obtain assistance..)
• There is no real restrictions on who can qualify, and it specifically allows criminal aliens to apply. Fraud, expired visas, those who pose a public health risk...no problem!

Basically, if you are an illegal, just apply for the DREAM and you get instant amnesty. Those with pending applications can't be deported, you know. Just another way to delay deportation.

This piece of crap also touts a provision of military service in lieu of the college requirement, which is worthless, since illegals are already allowed to enlist in the military and earn citizenship. (And hats off to those who do.)

This thing is a joke, just like our politicians. Illegal immigration and amnesty has been historically proven time and time again to be an incredibly bad idea. The fact that some people still think it's a good idea, in the name of “globalism” and “fairness”, is frightening. Idealism that isn't backed by facts can be funny and annoying to listen to, but when they actually gain power, things have never ended well.

Just something to thing about.

(The bill is readily available online, so read it yourself and make your own decision.)