Humane, ethical approach needed for comprehensive immigration reform
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This proposed legislation regarding illegal aliens is excessively harsh and violates basic human rights. Criminalizing undocumented presence as a felony without parole eligibility is a disproportionate punishment that disregards human dignity. The provisions allowing bounty hunters to detain people and offering monetary rewards for reporting undocumented individuals promote vigilantism and create a climate of fear. Furthermore, permanently stripping fundamental rights like voting and obtaining licenses from those convicted is an extreme measure lacking proportionality. I urge you to reconsider this draconian approach. Immigration is a complex issue requiring comprehensive reform, but dehumanizing tactics and excessive criminalization are not the solution. Please prioritize humane, practical policies that respect civil liberties and address root causes through legal pathways. Punitive schemes breed more problems than they solve. An ethical, evidence-based overhaul is needed to fix the immigration system justly and effectively.