Peter Konetchy on Immigration

Oppose illegal immigrants earning citizenship

Q: Do you oppose or support the statement, "Illegal immigrants earn citizenship"?

A: Strongly oppose.

Source: E-mail interview with OnTheIssues.org on 2012 Senate race , Aug 15, 2011

Immigrants must learn English; have sponsors; & be talented

I'm in favor of Legal Immigration. It's a win-win situation for both the immigrant and the United States. All immigrants entering the country should be pre-screened to make sure they satisfy the following criteria:

Have an overwhelming desire to assimilate into our culture and become productive citizens; to embrace the uniquely American values of liberty, personal responsibility, and self determination; and be willing to learn, read, and speak English when interacting in society
Possess a talent or ability beneficial to our society
Have a sponsor, a current US citizen in good standing, able to provide housing and support for the immigrant until becoming self-sufficient
Be in good health and of high moral character.

Illegal Immigration is destructive to our society. By definition illegal immigrants are criminal and impose a significant burden on society. It is highly improper for the United States taxpayers to be required to support immigrants to this country. Source: 2010 Senate campaign website, peterkonetchy.com, "Issues" , May 28, 2010

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