“Forgiving or condoning such violations by grant­ing amnesty increases the likelihood of further ille­gal conduct. Failure to enforce immigration laws is deeply unfair to the millions who obey the law and abide by the administrative requirements to enter the country legally.”

4. Each nation has the responsibility -- and obligation-- to determine its own conditions for immigration, naturalization and citizenship.

“The United States welcomes those who come here in accord with the law. Individuals who are not citizens do not have a right to American citizenship without the consent of the American people as expressed through the laws of the United States.”

5. Immigration policy should be a fiscal and economic benefit not only for immigrants, but also for the nation as a whole.

“Most individuals and families that immigrate to the United States come seeking economic opportu­nity.Unlike previous generations, however, a gener­ous welfare, education and heal ths ystem with generous eligibility draws poor and low-skill immi­grants into the ranks of the underclass rather than encouraging self-reliance and financial indepen­dence. Policymakers must ensure that the interac­tion of social services and immigration policy does not expand the welfare state and impose significant costs on American society.”

6. A temporary worker program must be temporary,market-oriented and feasible.

“A balanced and well-constructed temporary worker program should diminish the incentives for illegal immigration by providing an additional option for legal temporary labor and, in combina­tion with other reforms, reduce over time the cur­rent population of illegal aliens.”