Immigration and the Health Care Debate

Earlier this year the President Obama administration effectively squashed immigration reform and pushed it off into next year. But the topic of immigration reform is so volatile and prevalent that it can take center stage in any debate, even one involving President Obama’s health care reform agenda. Presently, President Obama is working overtime trying to convince Congress and more importantly the American public that his health care reform will work. Unfortunately for him, not many people believe him. During the summer break, Congress members all over America were fielding questions from their constituents regarding this health care plan and how it will affect them. One major concern is illegal immigrants; many Americans and the members of the Congress are concerned that the President Obama’s agenda does not have the proper screening mechanisms in place for illegal immigrants. This concern leads many to believe that the President’s plan will provide undocumented immigrants most of the government subsidized health care benefits reserved for American citizens. This debate is ongoing with no clear resolution in sight; only time will tell whether or not the President’s healthcare plan will see the light of day.  

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