Mar 27, 2007

Turnout low at immigrant rallies

Pro-immigration activists were disappointed last weekend by paltry rally participation.

Tens of thousands were expected in Washington but fewer than 5,000 showed up.

Some said it was because the movement's national organizers in Washington have lost touch with the people.

Not mentioned in the article is what could be the main reason for the lower than expected turnout -- a feeling of complacency on the part of the immigrants.

Many of the immigrants have everything they want now so why bother with demonstrating?

They earn a lot more than they did where they came from and they get free medical care for their families. If they are ill or injured, they are treated at most clinics and hospitals. Most have no insurance so U.S. taxpayers end up paying.

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