Forget that fence the feds are building along the Mexican border from San Diego to Brownsville, Texas. After seeing what Lake County Sheriff Mark Curran had to say about the region's immigration policy, let's build one right here along Lake-Cook Road. Curran, who just spent some time in the Lake County jail, says nearly a quarter of the inmates there are illegal aliens or aliens of questionable status.
And, he blames Chicago and Illinois authorities for letting illegal alien criminals stay in the U.S. even after they do the time for their crimes. Curran says he's had enough --- as have right-thinking people --- and wants to deport any and all illegals who happen to be patrons of the Lake County hoosegow. So far, he's convinced immigration agents to place 75 on a hold status for deportation. The overwhelmng majority --- 105 of the jail's 137 foreign-born inmates --- are from Mexico.
Wonder if Curran has discussed this issue with tough-talking Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, Ariz.?
At least this may touch off the long-awaited debate over illegal immigration some have been waiting for in this presidential election year. So far, both John McCain, who hails from Arizona, and Barack Obama, who hails from the "sanctuary" city of Chicago, have dance arm's length on the topic. They need to let voters know where they stand.
In the meantime, get the post-hole diggers ready.
I am an Mexican Born, US citizen and I am upset and baffled by this article the Sun Times have decided to run and place on the front of there paper. I agree 21.5 % is a big number. What about the other 78.5? Why aren't they being targeted or written about? The Sun Times is attempting to provoke the racial division/ tension in Waukegan yet again.
Why now? Is it because it’s Hispanic Heritage month, or because Waukegan is holding a Hispanic parade this weekend? Why not do the same during Black History month, or St. Patrick’s Day?
The Sun Times has shown its true colors. They are ignorant and racist towards the Hispanic Community. What not write about the great things Hispanics have achived in Waukegan and for Waukegan. Its Hispanic Heritage Month!!! Not Racist News paper month!
THE HOUND SEZ: Dude, this isn't The Sun-Times and take up your complaint about the number of illegals in the county jail with the sheriff. Besides, if it didn't rain last week the Waukegan Mexican Independence Day parade would have been held last Sunday. And if you agree 21.5 percent is a large number, what's your beef? Don't you want criminal illegals out of the community? The Hound does.
The Sheriff is absolute correct and I am totally on his side. Due to Mayor Daley and Gov Blago endorsement of sanctuary's, Illinois is now a major magnet for illegal law-breakers in Illinois. Crimes and the murder rate have skyrocketed in Chicago, and while I do not blame all that on the illegals, they are a major part of our crime problem. Chicago spent $300,000 for a police chief who also will not enforce our laws. Daley will blow smoke up everyones butts cause he needs those Mexican votes and goes out of his way to suck up to the illegal-loving groups in Chicago. Sheriif Curran is a brave man and should be commended for standing up for the rule of law. Great job Sheriff. Good luck to you and bring ICE and their raids to Chicago. There is much to be done!
THE HOUND SAYS: Illinois is a major magnet for illegal jobseekers. It's unfortunate the criminal element comes with the hardworking illegals who want to support their families. Besides, Little Deb, why does Mayor Daley II need illegals? They can't vote.
Along the BORDER a nive half mile wide MINE FIELD! That will take care of ILLEGAL PROBLEM! Put on our side of border so as to be LEGAL!
THE HOUND SAYS: OK, Bruce. And what type mines would YOU like to install?
Still think we should put in MINE FIELD on Mexican Border!
THE HOUND SAYS: Sparky, meet Bruce. How many and what types. Did you ever lay a mine field, Sparky?