Richard Nixon on Immigration President of the U.S., 1968-1974

Help underdeveloped world to avoid flood of refugees

1. We will benefit if we can unlock the vast untapped economic potential of these countries.
2. If we ignore the southern hemisphere, we risk being dragged into potentially deadly regional conflicts.
3. Unless we foster economic opportunity in the underdeveloped world, our borders will be overwhelmed by a flood of economic refugees. The success of the 4 Asian tigers-- Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Singapore--should serve as a positive example that less developed countries can make the transition from poverty to prosperity.

More visas for professionals and for Western Hemisphere

To improve our immigration laws and to enlarge upon our national tradition as an open nation and an open society, legislation is being resubmitted which would, among other reforms, provide:
• A higher percentage of immigrant visas for professionals, needed workers and refugees.
• Additional visas for the Western hemisphere, with special provisions for our nearest neighbors, Mexico and Canada.