Dream Act

Yesterday, September 21, 2010, the Dream Act, yet again, failed to pass. Senate, voted 56-43 against the Dream Act, despite hundreds of thousands of calls, faxes and emails to the Senate.  This act is alleged to have an impact thousands of youths.  If,  and when it passes it would enable undocumented immigrants who entered the US when they were younger than 16 years old, who have lived in the country for more than five years, and who have a high school diploma or a GED, a chance to become an American citizen.  People who meet these requirements will have to complete two years of military service or earn a college degree in exchange for their green card.  Additionally, these individuals must demonstrate good moral character. 

It has been years since Dream Act was first proposed and it keeps getting the cold shoulder from the Senate. Why?  Obama promised to push this through and as is evident, has failed to do so. A lot of people are waiting for this reform and are getting disappointed. It keeps them from moving on with their lives.  This false hope that they are living with and the thought of "well maybe one day".... is not necessarily good.  As a result, we have people who are living out of status in this country and are not returning home in hopes that this Act will be passed.    Although, I have read comments of those that oppose this bill, but for the most part, such comments come from the less educated, who do not fully understand the immigration process and what this Act can do for the US.
The supporters of this Act are not giving up and are more united than ever! They are convinced that this Act will eventually pass.  I say... Way to Go... and Hope that the Act Passes as well, as I think it will serve the United States well.