Deferred Action

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Immigration has always been a topic of controversy, but recently the elections have turned it into a powerful voting motive. This became especially true when President Barak Obama utilized his executive authority and ordered immediate implementation of deferred action for young immigrants who meet certain criteria. Deferred action is an act of prosecutorial discretion where eligible young adults are considered for relieve of removal proceedings if they are of no a threat to national security or public safety. Their removal proceedings are delayed for a period of two years subject to renewal. Though many have already spoken out against this action, the inclusion of these talented, motivated, and deserving individuals into the land of opportunity…show more content…
The American dream is often defined as the good life of the United States, but how can people reach it if they are limited to just attending school from K-4 to high school? We all know that in order to succeed in life we need more than a high school diploma. Many illegal immigrants who are brought to this country as children recognize America as their own country some of them do not even speak their native language. They are so used to the American life style that is hard to integrate some of their traditions in their lives. America has been the home for numerous people and they feel the need to represent “their” country in many ways as possible. However, as they grow up they observe that they are limited to certain things including going to college. It is not because they are not intelligent or committed to education, it is simply because they do not have a legal status that provides the opportunity to apply for financial aid and in some cases college. During high school everyone starts planning their future, and one of the main focuses is getting into college. How would you feel if you find out that you cannot attend college? Exactly, it will be shocking and stressful. This is how many high school students felt when they found out that they could not attend college after their high school graduation, because they know there is little chance of becoming somebody in life without a…show more content…
High Schools the opportunity to receive U.S. Residency) that many young adults have fought for over the past years. After this executive order passed, some argued that the future of this beloved country would be in danger but only time will tell the outcome of this new policy. Right now, it might be difficult to comprehend the different backgrounds of these people, but we must remember that different ethnicities enrich this culture and are part of the everyday life of every American. This is why it is almost impossible to act like they are just shadows that do not provide for the good of this nation. In order to provide this good there has to be a change. Change is part of evolution. At some point change is needed, and the only way it will be proven wrong is by trying it. Deferred action is a change that can provide prosperity not only for the individuals receiving it but for America. Everybody deserves a chance to change America for the good of the country. http://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/14/us/young-immigrants-poised-for-deportation-deferral-program.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all&_moc.semityn.www http://www.dhs.gov/news/2012/06/15/secretary-napolitano-announces-deferred-action-process-young-people-who-are-low
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