Should illegal immigrants be able to obtain driver's licenses in the U.S.?
It is the right thing to do.
While we might think it wrong, it is the right thing to do. We must put aside all out differences and consider that this is the right humane thing to do. Humanity must change its mentality and remember that those who broke the law are still humans and deserve another chance. As a matter of fact they broke the law with the intention of making a better life. It is because America has stood for equality and opportunity that so many are drawn to it and it is for that reason many would risk breaking the law to be part of America. Consider it a privilege that so many want to be part of America. At the end of it all, we will be making life better for friends, family, school mates, partners and our neighbors.
May we all strive to do the right thing.Posted by: AnonymousOf course they should!!
First of all illegal immigrants should be able to get a drivers license. A lot of people are saying that that illegal immigrants are criminals, that is one of the stupidest thing I've ever heard. I being living in California for 17 years and most of the criminals I seen on the news and in person were US citizens. I think that if illegal immigrants have a criminal record they shouldn't but that's not all immigrants, A lot work hard and they deserve a driving license.
Posted by: AnonymousYes they should.
They should because many immigrants want to drive places like to different states because they want to go visit there family to different states, Immigrants also have the right to work not only American born citizens. We also want to go to parties and other places that many people like to go to.
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal immigrants should be able to KEEP THEIR LICENSE!!!!!
I think "immigrants" should be able to keep their driver's license because they have been working hard to be able to live in this country. Plus they are discriminated against just because they are "illegal" and because they are not white! Many "illegal immigrants" have worked very hard to be able to have their families live a good life. The "illegal immigrants" that live here came here for a reason. I am pretty sure that reason wasn't to be discriminated against or to have things taken away from them. These "illegal immigrants," as everybody calls them, actually have to work harder then "legal" people. The "illegal immigrants" work in oil fields and in other jobs that many "legal" people do not want to work in because it is too much work or it doesn't pay enough. You know the people that are "legal" have it easier, so even if the "illegal immigrants" are all deported, who will work in oil fields, clean offices and schools, or work in other jobs like that? I am pretty sure it won't be you, because it doesn't pay enough. "Illegal immigrants" have to work harder to get what "legal" people get. So taking away their licenses won't make everything better. At least "illegal immigrants" get and use licenses unlike other people who drive without a license. If you think "illegal immigrants" drive illegally just because they are "illegal," you make me laugh. So I will do whatever it takes to make sure that they do not have their licenses taken away!
Posted by: AnonymousBecause every one is equal.
God made us all equal, from Mexico to Chinatown. No one should be left behind; we all have to become equal. American or not, they come over here to start a better life, and if a Hindu gets a driver's license, a Mexican should get one too. Thank you and have a nice day.
Posted by: AnonymousOf course they should!
Many of you don't know why these people come to the US. They live in very poor conditions and that is the only choice they have. And to the people that think that you can just go to an office and get a valid SSN you are very wrong. It takes many years to go through the process. If illegal immigrants are driving on our roads we might as well grant them the privilege to drive. If we granted them that privilege there would be less hit and run accidents and they would carry insurance.
Posted by: Brenda17Yes everyone in the U.S. should be able to obtain a driver's license
Not everybody that is illegal is here for wrong reason or to live off the government! There are people out there that have suffered a lot and are really trying to provide and make a difference for there family. I think they should be able to obtain a driver license so they can be able to get around and it would make things a little bit easier when it comes to getting a job. People shouldn't judge just because they aren't from the United States. Besides there are people that are from the United States who are lazy and use the hell out of the system.
Posted by: AnonymousMore responsible
Being more responsible during accendent. Pay for the damage. So they don't have to run away when they get into accident. Because they are scare of deportation. They should be held responsible as other resident. Without a path for them to do the right thing. Then I think people should stop complainning.
Posted by: AnonymousLast time I heard this is supposed to be a "FREE COUNTRY" ...
The "illegal immigrants" came here for a better future for them and their family. They did not come to take anything away from the United States. They work very hard and earn by the effort that they put in and do jobs that Americans will not do. Obtaining a license will help them drive to their jobs and take their children to school or practice. People keep saying that they should get deported, imagine if THEY were under that situation, I would guarantee they would be saying the opposite of what they are claiming now. We all are humans, nothing makes us different from eachother.
Posted by: Anonymousyes, Everyone should have a license; even illegals
If you take the time to think about it, Indians and the Spanish are the only true citizens of this country. All the rest of you are from generations of other countries. "Illegals" having a licesne means more money for the government, Insurance, Vehicle taxes Ect. Don"t be so Racist. All the people I know work hard and take nothing from the government. Grow up and stop being so selfish. That is what" wrong with this country. Cj
Posted by: AnonymousYes, illegal immigrants should be granted the right to obtain a drivers license.
America claims to be a "FREE COUNTRY" obviously not! I believe that illegal immigrants should be able to get a drivers license if they carry a clean record. Immigrants might be here ilegally, but if we think about it they are paying taxes and bills just like anybody else in this country.
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal immigrants are allowed to have jobs, so why shouldn't they be allowed to have licenses?
Why shouldn't they be able to have driver's licenses if they have jobs in the U.S.? Why shouldn't they be allowed to drive if they're allowed to do everything else? Denying driver's licenses to illegal immigrants is like saying someone can buy shoes but can't buy socks. Because we cannot completely prevent illegal immigrants from obtaining jobs in the U.S., we should allow them to have driver's licenses, if only because it will be safer for citizens (i.e., they will probably drive anyway, despite the laws, which might be dangerous if they don't have the requisite skill level). Allowing illegal immigrants to obtain licenses will ensure that there are safer, more skilled drivers on the road.
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal immigration is NOT a growing problem......!!!
I cannot believe the things said by people who clearly have not done there research and are ignorant. Most illegal immigrants are not here to take anything from the United States, if anything they are here to work hard and earn a living. They do not come here to drive they come here to work. Not only would giving them drivers licenses make our roads much safer but it would also lower every single person's insurance premium. I do not know about anyone else but I would not mind saving money from the little that I make already. Anyway there are several states that allow anyone regardless of there status get drivers licenses and they have seen the benefits. People need to stop being so cruel and do some actual research before putting there two cents in. What if your ancestors knew that YOU were saying that THEY should just be sent back to Europe, Asia, Africa or wherever they came from, you would not be here now right??? Do not be angry at certain people without a reason, it is 2012 people, seriously??
Posted by: bh31Yes they should
America claims to be a "FREE COUNTRY" obviously not! I believe that illegal immigrants should be able to get a drivers license if they carry a clean record. Immigrants might be here ilegally, but if we think about it they are paying taxes and bills just like anybody else in this country.
Posted by: AnonymousFreedom
If illegal immigrants had a driver license it will help us and protect the citizens. For example they will purchase insurance in case they had an accident it would protect both sides. Second, it is a necessary needs for them to have it as to drive to work,school, etc. Their is many reasons that I can mention and to finish with all we they are the one that provide more services to the state.
Posted by: AnonymousAs long as illegal immigrants are in the U.S. and driving, they should need to meet the minimum driving standards to obtaining a license.
If illegal immigrants were not allowed to obtain driver's licenses, they will continue driving, and it will not result in their deportment. If illegal immigrants are allowed to obtain driver's licenses, they will continue driving, and it will not result in their deportment. Essentially, nothing about the status or behavior of immigrants changes if they are allowed to get driver's licenses. All other things being equal, illegal immigrants should be allowed to obtain driver's licenses. It will ensure that at least some of them meet the minimum requirements for driving, and promote living within the law.
Posted by: A BassYES!
Alright, I feel as though things would be safer let alone benefiting both sides. America would GET EVEN MORE MONEY because if we want to keep the immigrants out we need to charge them even more to stay. Don't get me wrong I know that the past is what is affecting our future but even if by origin America does belong to the Indians and whatnot think about it; if all of us can be united together than we should use that to our advantage. Of course our laws are complex but at the end of the day this is our country NOW so our laws that we allow our representatives to make and pass should be followed. Now this benefits both sides Obama is trying to rebuild our economy and Romney wants to make America money so doesn't this help both sides. Take a second to think about the pros and cons. I'm writing an essay for my English 10 class on this and this is a good reference. We are all human we look different and come from different backgrounds and places we all have different views on life and everything else. To me the government is not bad but nor is it good we need improvement for our future and stop being so selfish and share our knowledge with others. At the end of the day they are ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS instead of them coming over here and causing problems why not teach them our ways of driving to keep us safe, we only benefit from this because they are on our land so they have to follow our rules and if they don't they need to be deported. The end.
Posted by: Anjelikastop hating
people are stupid always assuming everybody is illegal immigrants. we come here to work, to succed and to acheive the so called "american dream." we mexicans do all the jobs you americans dont want. so instead of judging, see that the nation stands where it is now not just because of americans but for all those silent mexican voices and their heavy load. a load no one else is brave enough to carry. so please stop hating.
Posted by: AnonymousYes, give them licenses, please.
They should be able to get their vehicles, which they already have, registered and insured. We should perhaps include a higher expense for them to get a license, but nonetheless, they should, for their safety and for ours. I do not understand why we would limit their usage of a license. I do agree that if they have a fault of some sort then it should be revoked if needed.
Posted by: AnonymousProtect our roads!
If an illegal immigrant is undocumented, completely, what happens if there is a hit and run with their car and someone is killed? You have no proof who they are and likely no way to find them. Next, they will drive no matter what when they are here. When I was 20ish, I was hit by an illegal immigrant while driving. Since he had no license, it meant he had no insurance. I had two choices. I call the cops and get nothing, he might (probably won't, but might) get deported AND he will be back the next week doing the same thing....OR....I get money from him and move on. I took the money. If he had a license, he would have had insurance AND been documented. California requires all licensed drivers to carry insurance. Finally, my license flat out says, "This License is issued as a license to drive a motor vehicle. It does not establish eligibility for employment, voter registration, or public benefits." So I have to ask myself, what benefit is the illegal immigrant getting from having a license? They get to pay for car insurance, registration and the license fee. This means they are helping maintain the roads, if they do something wrong, we can actually track them AND if they hit me, they will have insurance to cover it.....So what "public benefits" are we really giving them? It doesn't give them the right to be here, it only documents that they are here.
Posted by: AnonymousDrivers license for illegals
Only under the conditions that they are actively pursuing citizenship. This is an absolute necessity. If not, what the hell are these people supposed to do? Massachusetts seems to be behind the 8 ball as usual. Our legislators in Massachusetts are famous for not getting anything of any importance done so what else is new.
Posted by: john.rizolidriver's license for immigrants... why not??
Look around you.. What do you see? Men hard at work building the roads YOU drive on. Building that road which takes you home everyday. Guess what?! Most of those men working are illegal immigrants!! Why deny a driving license to those who work twice as hard as you do just because they don't look like you? Open your eyes people they deserve that right just as much as you do because whether you like it or not they are here and they drive around anyway, so why not be safe about it
Posted by: AnonymousPracticality
I would rather have a licensed, insured driver on the road then one who has never taken a test and has no insurance. They are going to drive either way, so I would rather be on the road with someone who has passed the driver's test, had their vision checked, has a licensed and registered vehicle and car insurance.
Posted by: AnonymousLets give people the opportunity
I believe most of immigrants decided to break the law to have a better life. Let's remember that some citizen's ancestor emigrated to this country. It will be to the country's benefit because there will be more income and less breaking the law. Driving is a necessary which causes many immigrants to break that law and hide behind shadows.
Posted by: AnonymousYes, the possibility of being safe on the road would likely increase.
It provides the opportunity for people to obtain valid license, which will allow them to purchase a vehicle, obtain insurance, and if an accident increase the chances of being held accountable. Being a licensed driver gives assurance not only to myself, but to others, that I have passed a standard to which I must uphold. To know that someone else on the road is not licensed, makes me timid about others on the road. So be allowing immigrants to obtain a valid license, it is assuring that more people on the road are licensed then how it was before the change. We also must not forget that these are our neighbors, whom may have families. If we restrict the capabilities of an undocumented parent, we are also endangering their American children.
Posted by: AnonymousBringing them into the licensing process makes everyone safer.
The license does not have to convey properties of identification for anything more than certifying one has basic knowledge of driving rules. Among these rules, the requirement of valid insurance is very important. People who have shown the knowledge to drive and have insurance are the people I want on the road driving with me.
Posted by: AnonymousYes, give them licenses, please.
They should be able to get their vehicles, which they already have, registered and insured. We should perhaps include a higher expense for them to get a license, but nonetheless, they should, for their safety and for ours. I do not understand why we would limit their usage of a license. I do agree that if they have a fault of some sort then it should be revoked if needed.
Posted by: AnonymousStop Hating immigrants
I cannot believe how cruel peolpe are to illegal immigrants. Honestly i think that undocumented immigrants arevthe hardest workers in the United States. They wake up at 4-5 am to gridding to support their families and children, or perhaps they themselves. How can other states let anyone have a drivers license and in California they don't. This is stupid because this country is called The United States, and many other states do not have the same laws as others.
Posted by: AnonymousYes, everyone should have the chance to obtain a license.
Everyone who immigrates to the U.S don't come to the U.S for bad intentions. They come in search for a better opportunities. As Americans, we don't know where or what kind immigrants are living in their countries. For example, my parents immigrated to the U.S for protection because there was a war going on when they came here. Please help support the immigrants to get a license; they deserve it.
Posted by: AnonymousBetter for the economy.
More money for the economy, instead of keep sending their money to their countries or keep fixing their old cars because they can not put licenses plates in new cars, they will buy new cars .
Also we will have more safe roads, with better trained drivers , and insured.Posted by: AnonymousIt's for the better.
We all came here to have a better life, to succeed in one way or another. We are all human beings. We live once, and we have to sometimes see that our society isn't completely fair. We have to acknowledge all the hard work immigrants have done, and granting them a drivers licence will only give them the ability to help us out more.
Posted by: Anonymoushere's a rational thought...
illegal immigrants have been entering this country for years, is there a real way to stop them? we haven't found a way too.. we tried with a wall and border patrol. so if they are coming to this country illegally what is going to stop them from driving without a License. if they have the ability to obtain a license that means they would have to take a class on driving and learn the rules of the road in this country so all of use legal citizens can drive safe. i am totally against illegal immigration but i care more about the safety of my family when they drive down the block then illegals crossing the border
Posted by: lowkeyIllegal immigrants: be proud of yourselves
It is a shame to speak or treat human beings that way. I wish all Americans would put themselves in illegal immigrants' shoes. We are God's people and we have every human right, whether we are Americans or non-Americans. It is not a crime to be illegal!
Hey, people, feel proud of yourselves for all the hard and honest work that you do.Posted by: AnonymousJust because they are as equal as any one else!
These people come to this country to have a better life, of course there are also people who don't deserve to get the privilege to drive. But any where in the country and in the whole world are there people who are not responsible drivers. Just because one of them is driving under the influence doesn't mean all of them are drunk people. Come on people you are not perfect! If these people are already here in the country illegally, they are going to drive either with a license or without it because they need to go out for work and feed their families. At least now they are going to drive with a valid license get a car insurance and help boost the Oregon economy.
Posted by: AnonymousYes, because it will make the roads safe.
Those that are not in favor forget that illegal immigrants work the fields, they cut the fruits we eat everyday, they service your lawns, they work so hard to make the lives of white folks much easier. Who does the hard labor? Hispanics; no other race. So YES...If you want to eat a nice sweet apple, stop and think who cut if for you? Who picks those tasty strawberries? My people, who are illegal immigrants. So those that oppose to giving them driver's licenses are two-faced because illegal immigrants provide the hard cheap labor.
Posted by: AnonymousDon't judge the book by it's cover.
We may not be from here but some of us didn't come of our own will. Don't assume that we asked for this. Our parents wanted to provide us a great future like others because we may deserve it. We are people, Americans are people, we are all human beings and we should at least have a license because we want to succeed as well as others by receiving an education, especially when we are far away from school or work.
Posted by: AnonymousI agree that illegal immigrants should be able to obtain driver's licenses in the U.S, because it will probably make the roads safer.
In order to receive a license one must take a written exam as well as an on-road driving exam. These exams help ensure that everyone on the road is a safe driver. Even if illegal immigrants aren't able to obtain driver's licenses they would still drive. At least the exams help decrease the number of unsafe drivers.
Posted by: SIyOnofSure
I would rather have a licensed, insured driver on the road then one who has never taken a test and has no insurance. They are going to drive either way, so I would rather be on the road with someone who has passed the driver's test, had their vision checked, has a licensed and registered vehicle
Posted by: AnonymousYes they should.
Immigrants are people. There are millions of Americans that don't deserve to be here. Yes what they're doing may be illegal but in my opinion as an American the law is ignorant. Thought up by spoiled, self righteous and cold hearted people. They deserve every opportunity we are given. Not only that they work much harder for the things they have when it's so unjustly given to us for nothing.
Posted by: AnonymousIt would be hard to avoid fraud.
Critics have said they fear fraud and abuse, with some lawmakers saying illegal immigrants should be fingerprinted in order to qualify. Immigrant rights organizations said that would deter participation among a population that is often distrustful of law enforcement and other government agencies. So, they should not have driver's licenses.
Posted by: AnonymousWithout a drivers license, it's very hard or impossible for people to change jobs, open a bank account or show ID.
Without ID, due to the new voter ID laws, you cannot vote. Not only does it affect their living but it can make it impossible for them to make a living period. I think all people should be able to have a living if they are currently living in the U.S.A.
Posted by: AnonymousIt's SAFER!
if undocumented immigrants ar granted with a drivers license it would be safer for everyone! they would have to go through the same procedures to get the license one of them being the visin test! if they don't have a licese obiouslly they dont care to get their eyes checked! you want to be safe? then agree that immigrats should obtain a drivers license
Posted by: Anonymousbetter safe then sorry
They deserve a license because they also drive in the same streets we do. By earning a license they prove they are safe drivers. I would want my family and friends to be safe while in the street. That is why immigrants should get licenses because they drive on the same exact streets. Better safe then sorry! There is only one race and that is the human race.
Posted by: AnonymousThey need a license to be able to live their lives.
There are at least 12 million undocumented immigrants in the United States. They are our neighbors, our classmates, and our co-workers. They didn't come to the U.S. to get a driver's license, but like most Americans they need to be able to drive to get to work. They also need to take their kids to school and carry out daily activities.
Posted by: AnonymousThey should be able to get have driving licenses.
I think illegal immigrants should be able to keep their drivers licenses because why does it matter who is driving the car? It could be a white person driving, a black person driving, what is the difference with a illegal immigrant? Anyone can have a accident with a car not only illegal immigrants.
Posted by: AnonymousIf they are here, it would make sense to give them the opportunity to drive and thus increase their chances for finding work, so they can contribute to the society they are living in, rather than taking from it.
If someone is here illegally, they are usually here to earn money to support their families back home. If they can get a driver's license then they have a better chance at getting work and being able to contribute to the society they have chosen to live in. If they don't have a license, then can't find work, they will be a drain on the society and could even become criminals.
Posted by: 54IInfernoIllegal Immigrants Should Have a Legal Paper Work Such As Driver License
I believe all the people who leave in U.S should have legal status such as driver license. It is not because they work hard or they have been a good citizen; it is because the security of the country. It is more secure and more protective if the government has legal documentation, background check and personal record such as finger prints from all the people who live in U.S and can impact our country in so many ways. Having documentation of people who live in United States will cause less crime and illegal behavior because now they know the government has their information and can track them if they do something illegal, but now if illegal immigrants do any illegal behavior it will be hard to find out who was it since we do not have any records of them.
Posted by: Anonymousyes they should be aloud to have a drivers licence
Immigrants who are in this country already are working and driving as everyone else most of them work twice as hard as any U.S Citizen they are here because they want a better life then what they had in their country everyone deserves the same opportunities we are only human. Either way immigrants are driving everyday with or without a licence it would be better for them to have a licence that way we know they passed their driving test which makes the streets safer. Also they will need to pay insurance and pay the same thing any U.S citizen pays they should start paying taxes!!!
Posted by: Amaya14shoes
our government is correct.this is what we get for voting for president Obama. whats the differences between immigrants and american. we all have the right to drive.. ohh on.. why do some amercians think they are so bad just because they have there drivers licenses why do other people treat immigrants differently.. every body deserve to have a chance to do something..
Posted by: piggy805There are faults on both sides.
I've scrolled down and read posts on both sides of the debate. I don't think wrong answers exist on either ends, however, I do think there are things both sides often forget to consider. On the "Yes" side, I think that it is easy to bring up the humanity card and as much as I agree with that, not everyone will buy that. I saw someone on the "No" side bring up transmigration into Mexico and the way immigrants are treated there. I've gone down to Mexico to specifically, research the way immigrants are treated and you know what, it's not fair down there either. There is a ton of racism against those from the Latin American triangle and it isn't the kind of situation many Mexicans and other Latinos are protesting for in the U.S. So, to the "Yes" side, which I stand on, we should keep in mind things that are often brought up to us by the "No" side, which are sometimes true.
For the "No" side, I also ponder on a question brought up, "why should they drive on our roads?". It's hard to give an answer to any questions because resistance to change will often bring up a front against any of the answers opposing your views. In any case, I shall give it a stab. "They", undocumented immigrants, should drive on our roads because many have jobs they need to get to in the mornings just as you might, they have kids to drive to school to if they live in the suburbs or rural areas, they have emergencies and need to get to hospitals, you name it. I know you're probably thinking, "they shouldn't be here regardless" or "they are using up our public resources", you're right they are. But remember, have you ever gone to any predominantly undocumented immigrant communities and wondered if they have paid their taxes? Many are willing to but have not been told where to start, have not been guided towards the right direction to at least become more "legal" beings in the U.S. We all have things to learn and accept, but as far as my opinion goes, I tolerate other people's reasons to break "rules" (even though this land did not originally belong to caucasian people when they came in to the US - pushing aside Native Americans), and am totally for UNDOCUMENTED NOT "ILLEGAL" immigrants to obtain driver's licenses in the U.S.Posted by: bnormal94Some of us don't like to do the jobs they do.
Illegal immigrants deserve it because they work hard. Criminals should be deported immediately but otherwise there is no real reason why not. They deserve to be able to drive legally. This is true especially for people that work hard here to have a better life. That being said they are just human beings like us and should be treated the same way. Some deserve it and some don't but still we must try.
Posted by: AnonymousYes they should be allowed!
If you stop and think about the different hit-and runs undocumented immigrants commit in a daily basis you would see this issue from a different perspective and stop criticizing and giving offensive comments to these hard working individuals. Like many of us Americans perform our daily basic necessities such as getting to work and taking our children to school, these undocumented immigrants should have the opportunity to do so, not all of them are criminals and take advantage of the system like many of you all out there believe. This would eventually make the roads safer, the number of accidents would decrease, more individuals would start buying insurance for their cars and doing thins according to the law. Its not like their going to get social security benefits with a driver's license, its just an identification that proves that you are a license person that had passed an examination to drive. We are said to be a nation where there is freedom, but why do we put limits on such a basic freedom such as permission to legally drive on the roads?
Posted by: nacionlibreThey should be able to get rights.
Illegal immigrants have been running for their lives from migration. The only way they can be able to relax is to get rights. Getting a drivers' license will make it easier for them to get rights. We're all family no matter where you came from. As long as you know where you're going to end up at... with our Lord.
Posted by: AnonymousBecause then they would have insurance
Many of them would drive anyways; and most of them do not have insurance. Uninsured motorists are a big problem for citizens with insurance so thus granting ALL residents licenses would then allow more drivers to be insured; thus making our costs of insurance cheaper and better since people will need less "uninsured motorist" coverage.
Posted by: AnonymousTo have a better life then before.
For immigrants to have risk everything just to get in a free state such as ours should have a chance to at least experience the glory to have something that they never had achieve in their own state until they have come to our state gain a better living then before.
Posted by: Anonymousnot a privilege a necessity
by giving license to undocumented people, the roads will be safer because they will need to pass a driving test, also they will need to buy insurance. this will benefit America because policies are going to be less expensive, and will prevent the run-hit problem. Besides immigrants are not going anywhere, been illegal in the country should not restrict Americans to have a safer road by denying license to undocumented people, not Illegal, that is the wrong term.
Posted by: AnonymousLiving...simply without fear.
As the fastest-growing minority, we have the power to change many things here in this great country of opportunities. Giving immigrants drivers licenses, will create more spending from "illegals." What are we called? Criminals? Criminals of what? Hard work? Of wanting a big plasma? A house? All that many immigrants want to obtain is an opportunity to do something for themselves and for their family. I recently lost my mother. I'm not asking for food, just to be given the opportunity to be able to drive to work without fear. I want to be able to take my younger siblings to the doctor, to feed them. We should all be treated the same. We are all equal under the eyes of God.
Posted by: AnonymousYes! It's only fair!
Just like documented people, undocumented people pay taxes. Everyone wants the same thing, which is to live a good life and get their family going. Everyone needs to remember that whites weren't the first race here. So to the racist people telling undocumented people to go back from where they came from, you too are an immigrant, so please think before you say anything else!
Posted by: AnonymousYes, they should be able to obtain licenses because they are hard workers.
Everybody needs an opportunity. Honesty, nearly all illegal immigrants are hard workers. Allowing them to obtain legal licenses will help our economy stronger and our roads safer. As Americans, we have to stand up again the hate and racism that backs many of the arguments against immigrants and immigration in general. And, ultimately, all Americans are immigrants because the population is made up of people from all nations.
Posted by: AnonymousWe are ALL Immigrants
I think that everyone, regardless of citizenship status should be able to obtain a driver's license. If we keep illegal immigrants from obtaining a driver license it doesn't mean they won't drive. It just means if they cause an accident our insurance has to pay out. We fear immigrants, now it is Mexicans but history has shown that at one time we feared Jews and Italians too. Where does it all stop? Are we not the land of opportunity?
Posted by: Anonymousyes they should
If they have a clean criminal record with no drug charges, felonies, assault, etc. They should be able to obtain a license. They have to have jobs and ways to get there in order to support their families. All immigrants are not bad and shouldn't have to suffer and be discriminated against because of other bad apples and also their race, national origin, etc.
Posted by: AnonymousAll persons in the US, including illegal immigrants should be able to obtain driver's licenses to enable better identification.
All persons in the US, including illegal immigrants should be able to obtain driver's licenses to enable better identification. This should also be associated with a path to lawful residency, taxation and contribution to American society. If certain people are not allowed to exist lawfully in the US, they are forced to illegally obtain the resources needed and will not fully contribute to society.
Posted by: P03tPoIdYes, illegal immigrants should be allowed to obtain driver's licenses in the U.S., because that is better than them driving around illegally and untrained.
I think it would be wise for illegal immigrants to be able to obtain U.S. driver's licenses. Nobody knows for sure, but I am sure that many of them are driving around without any licenses. Why not make it necessary for them to get it and, at the same time, ensure that they do, in fact, have auto insurance? Maybe give them a license that needs to be renewed annually, or has a higher registration fee.
Posted by: StripperMorYes, give them licenses, please.
They should be able to get their vehicles, which they already have, registered and insured. We should perhaps include a higher expense for them to get a license, but nonetheless, they should, for their safety and for ours. I do not understand why we would limit their usage of a license. I do agree that if they have a fault of some sort then it should be revoked if needed.
Posted by: AnonymousSafety of Road
Its important that we maintain the safety of road. This can only be done by knowing who exactly is on the road. If illegal immigrants are given license, the record could be easily obtained. This is the real reason and all the people expressing hatred should be informed that just because we were lucky enough to be born here, it doesn't mean everyone was. Stop being greedy.
Posted by: AnonymousThey deserved it
Not all immigrant or illegal immigrant are bad. They work really hard to be able to protect their family and their life just like other U.S. Citizens. That is not fair if they never have a record and still get to call as a criminal. They deserve a license and paper just like any other people.
Posted by: AnonymousInsurance is Required.
In Oregon it is a requirement to be insured and DMV often sends out forms requesting you provide proof if you don't, your license will be suspended until you do. If they have valid ODL's they would be required to meet and keep these requirements. Less likely to have them driving uninsured.
Posted by: AnonymousYes, Imigrants should have a driver license
They come here to work hard. In their own countries they already have license , they know how to drive, the will continue to drive with or without license, they come to support the family who has no money for food at times and the only way to go to work is with car. The driving license would allow them to pay tickets as everybody else instead going to court and paying $1000's and wasting money. Also it would allow them to get better insurances, so if they would get into accident they will pay you for it without a problem. Plus they not taking away anybody's job, immigrants will not take any office job, nurse job, cashier, they take jobs that you citizens would never even think , you would not make your hands dirty. I'm a citizen too, so what ; I continue to be immigrant anyway, me generation is immigrants and most of you who calls them self citizens have the same background , so all I have to say shame on you. And to clarify something you don't get any money and help from government when you illegal , especially food stamps , no education, and so on, so who saying that immigrants they are taking your money ; you do not know what you talking about. Look at so many citizens generation from generation never worked, getting money from government, everything for free what is difference between me and them, we both have hands to work, so why I'm working hard and they can have everything for FREE. They even have better insurance then me, working as a nurse I have to really be careful which doctor I use , which hospital I really go to not to end up with bills, but those people can go to best hospital , best doctors , and continue not to work, those are the people ruing U.S economy not immigrants. So close your mouth nicely and move your ..... to work.
Posted by: imigrantsNot bad people
I think they should. Illegals are some of the hardest workers here in the United States. And some fear everyday they go to work, they are not insured and driving with out a license just adds more stress to then. I believe the ones with no criminal background should have the right.
Posted by: AnonymousMost of us did NOT come here of our own freewill.
I came here from Mexico at the age of two; I don't speak Spanish very well and have a near non-existent connection with Mexico. That said, I had no choice in the matter of coming here. My parents did and in no way do I criticize them for that, but how is it just that I cannot obtain a driver's license? How is it fair that I have one of the highest GPA's in the school but I can't receive a scholarship since I don't have a social security number? I haven't done anything illegal, at least not anything I can help, and yet I am constantly reminded that I am believed to be inferior by this nation's xenophobic policies. The immigrant rights movements IS the gay rights movement, the civil rights movement, etc. Most people just don't look at it that way, but slowly, they're starting to, and maybe one day you all will empathize and realized that we are just people trying to help the future of our respective families.
P.S. I'm fourteen and I can see this, so why can't you?Posted by: LetMeEnlightenYouIt would make them all be insured.
I don't know about you guys but I would rather get rear ended by an INSURED illegal, then one who is not! I know I'd rather know that everyone on the road behind, in front and beside me is licensed, has taken their test and passed vs some one who is not and for all I know, has no idea of the laws on American roads.
Posted by: AnonymousOf course!
The "illegal immigrants" came here for a better future for them and their family. They did not come to take anything away from the United States. They work very hard and earn by the effort that they put in and do jobs that Americans will not do. Obtaining a license will help them drive to their jobs and take their children to school or practice. People keep saying that they should get deported, imagine if THEY were under that situation, I would guarantee they would be saying the opposite of what they are claiming now. We all are humans; nothing makes us different from each other.
Posted by: Anonymousyes
All I really have to say is that you can't say that our unemployment rate is high because all the immigrants are doing is taking away all the jobs ''us americans'' don't want so if you guys were actually concerned about how we don't have any jobs you would notice what jobs the immgrants are doing
Posted by: AnonymousNo!
people talk about how illegal immigrants drive without licenses and cause accidents. Umm.. they aren't always BAD drivers JUST because they don't have a license. Look at Marion's post. We are only benefiting from these people doing the odd jobs that nobody else wants to do but still HAVE to be done! and if these people can't get to work, where does that put us? the odd jobs AREN'T BEING DONE without them!
Posted by: AnonymousThey are just like everyone else
They are human beings just like everyone else. They work very hard and they do the jobs that most Americans don't want to do because of how hard and tiring it is. They need to be able to get to their jobs and they have done so much for our agriculture companies and for our country.
Posted by: AnonymousThe responsibility and right to operate vehicles should not be reliant upon their citizenship.
Human beings of all legal statuses should have the opportunity to operate vehicles. This will allow them to be more productive and move closer to contributing to their host societies in legal and mainstream ways. By depriving illegal immigrants of the right and responsibilities to own and operate their own vehicles, the public transportation systems are stressed unnecessarily.
Posted by: E OlsonOh... Please--- I mean come on
Illegal immigrants are still humans like us. They have jobs and have families to take care of. Some would live in the country and need to get around by car. They need insurance to have a license anyway so I think I would be pro to an illegal immigrant to have a license.
Posted by: AnonymousJust like Americans, illegal immigrants have places to get to.
Illegal immigrants need a drivers license to get to work, and to get their children to school and to their school activities. Many people argue that illegal immigrants can use public transportation, but public transportation is not always available. For example, illegal immigrants may need to get somewhere fast, and the metro or public taxi can't do that. It's easier and more efficient to drive yourself than to wait for the designated time that a metro is available. Illegal immigrants should be able to obtain a driver's license, because like Americans, illegal immigrants have places to get to.
Posted by: Dreamer10Some contributing immigrants to society.
What? Work/pay taxes. Not be hunted. What needs to happen is to stop border crossing. Help those who are here. Someone helping another with work must drive legally. Plus, they are not paying taxes on income, just sales. It is a burden some on the taxpayer. How can they legally do this if they are hiding and in fear of doing justice? Some are being forced to do illegal things to survive. Why not legalize?
Posted by: drstuartYes!
Yhey deserve to have a driver's license. They are human beings too even though they are illegal immigrants. they should not be treated differently from any other person in the United States of America. everybody deserves a chance to something. they should be able to obtain a driver's license only if they know their left from their right and what the red, green, and yellow lights mean.
Posted by: AnonymousWhy am I subject to tests and they are not?
It is not fair to those of us who are legal citizens to be constantly monitored by the system. In some ways preventing illegals from obtaining licenses punishes those of us who do. I have to take a driving test, keep my car insured and registered, so it's only fair that everyone is held to the same standards, legal or not. Let's not even mention the concept of paying vehicle taxes, or getting a vehicle inspected for emissions.Why not profit off of these people since immigration reform cannot be performed overnight.
Posted by: AnonymousWE WERE FOUNDED BY IMMIGRANTS
America was founded by immigrants why should we persecute people who are doing the exact same thing are forefathers did? If the U.S would embrace them instead of kicking them out we would make more jobs because lets face it illegal immigrants take the low paying jobs Americans don't want to take I have lived in this country 18 years never have seen a American search for a job in the fields or gardening etc. Many things can be argued from both sides but reading the No section almost state same argument "their illegal, they shouldn't be here,they the broke law" yet they are ok with with them working for such a low paying jobs. Hypocrites because they don't want them to have driver's licence yet they want cheaper vegetables and fruit. We celebrate our Freedom say were the land of the free home of the brave yet we treat those brave people who give up everything to come to the greats country on earth just to not be able to drive a car? I'm not arguing give them citizenship.No, that has to be earned but they at least deserve to drive a car for being brave and coming to where they should be free.(even though they aren't)
Posted by: hatekaiYes, the possibility of being safe on the road would likely increase.
This law would provide the opportunity for people to obtain valid license, which will allow them to purchase a vehicle and obtain insurance. If an accident occurs, it increase the chances of being held accountable. Being a licensed driver gives assurance not only to myself, but to others, that I have passed a standard to which I must uphold. To know that someone else on the road is not licensed, makes me timid about others on the road. So allowing immigrants to obtain a valid license is assuring that more people on the road are actually licensed drivers. We also must not forget that these are our neighbors who may have families. If we restrict the capabilities of an undocumented parent, we are also endangering their American children.
Posted by: RobPM
Seriously?
The only thing illegal immigrants should get is deported. I don't know why people advocate giving things to illegal immigrants, just get rid of them. The immigration system needs reform, but in no way are we bound to respect people who decide to ignore our laws for their own benefit. It doesn't matter if you're paying taxes and bills, you're still breaking the law. For some reason, it seems to me that people like to ignore the "illegal" part in "illegal immigration".
Posted by: AlwaysMoreThanYouAre you kidding!?
Absolutely not! Ever heard the phrase, "driving is a privilage, not a right". Arrest and deport is the only answer to this growing problem. No US citizen should have to compete with illegals for anything. Not food, housing, health care, schooling, JOBS - NOTHING!
Illegals have ZERO rights to anything in America and that includes driving a car on our roads.Posted by: AnonymousAre they in this Country Legally? Have they Broken Laws?
If a citizen wants a driving license they must follow a process, and must be able to lawfully
be of age, take the examines, have no criminal charges that would prohibit the license, read the traffic signs, and take the test. Also have insurance etc. All of these things are required by law. But if a citizen cannot or fails to provide or pass the requirements to achieve these things then they
cannot drive. Its against the law.Posted by: AnonymousNo, because it is just not fair.
They come to our country illegally and then they get rewarded with a driver's license! They are not supposed to be here and then if they come they get rewarded! Then they will bring back friends and then all those people will get a driver's license! people wrote that they will drive more carefully. They only will so they don't get in jail and be sent back to their own country! Do you see my point yet? Did you change your mind if you said yes?
Posted by: AnonymousThey shouldn't be given more rights when they pay no taxes.
Illegal immigrants don't pay taxes or even have Social Security... These means they are hiking along for ALL the same privileges as honest tax-paying Americans, but with out the taxes. The biggest issue is in insurance... If you get in a car wreck with an illegal immigrant, your screwed... He has no identification or insurance to pay for your car. We shouldn't give equal right to people who aren't paying their fair share and didn't even come here legally.
Posted by: donald.kellerDrivers license for illegal immigrants?
It's surprising to me that this is even a valid question. I already know a certain group will jump on my back for stating my opinion so for those I speak of say what you will, it matters not!OK, the simple answer... Because they are illegally in the country! What other countries tolerate illegal immigration like the U.S. Does? Maybe Britain, other than that none! Before those of you from Mexico run your mouths, why don't you educate yourselves on how your country treats illegal immigration then come and talk to me. I've noticed on this thread the worn out tired statement that Americans are lazy and illegals do the jobs Americans don't want. This has validity to an extremely small degree. I've been in the construction business for many years and witness first hand the FACTS! Illegal immigrants take jobs from skilled quality workers on a large scale! No, not because Americans don't want to work but because Americans cannot financially compete with a group of people who can afford to work for low wages because often times they have multiple families sharing the expense of one household. I've personally witnessed this scenario time and again so it's pointless to try and deny this as it is as factual as it gets. I cannot blame people for pursuing a better life but I have. A big problem with it when it's at the expense of people who are in America legally. Secondly, it sure seems to me that the immigrants from the Latin group want nothing to do with being American, it seems as though most want to come here and push America to conform to their ways! So if they want to benefit from the society my ancestors built but don't want to put forth any effort to be American then why the hell should they deserve an American drivers license?
Posted by: AnonymousUSA needs to do their job
Illegals cannot read or write English and therefore cannot take a test or read road signs. USA should not be accomodating spanish speaking or any other language by allowing them to take tests in their own language. Additionally Illegals should be deported as they have now committed a crime by entering the USA illegally. If Luis Guiterrez in Illinois wishes to be an advocate for Illegals, he should move to Mexico and take his stance there.
Posted by: AnonymousNOT in a million years
Illegal immigrants should not be able to obtain a driver's licenses in the U.S. I think the most important word in this question is "ILLEGAL" immigrants. Granted America is known as the "melting pot", however there are certain laws and regulations to follow to become a legal immigrant. Those who do not or will not abide by these laws should not receive anything from the United States. That means no welfare, no health care and no drivers licenses. It seems to me that by allowing all of these things to be given to illegal immigrants there is no longer any drive for them to become legal.
Posted by: AnonymousNo Way - Jose (pardon the pun)
ILLEGAL means you are breaking the law, you are a criminal, albeit not a convicted one because in may areas you cannot arrest or even detain an illegal immigrant. THIS SHOULD BE THE FIRST LAW THAT IS ENFORCED. Why do the law abiding tax payers have to support these illegals. We do the charitable thing and support our own criminals in our prisons. You have to draw the line somewhere. Ship them all out, like cargo, not passengers.
Posted by: AnonymousWhy should we give criminals a license?
They simply have no respect for the USA. They come to take our jobs and over breed there population to outnumber the American society. They care nothing about our laws. Why give them another advantage? If anything, we need enforcement of our laws. The US is too soft on illegals, that's why they keep coming back time after time. Something tougher needs to be done
Posted by: AnonymousNO!
THEY ARE HERE ILLEGALLY!
By allowing them to drive illegally, its pretty much a free pass to do anything that they want! Who's to say they won't do anything else illegal? Stop it all now! Keep illegal immigrants off of our roads and out of our country! All they want is the perks of being a citizen. They don't want to pay taxes, though.Posted by: AnonymousI oppose giving illegal immigrants driver's licenses, because then they would have even less incentive to get actual citizenship.
Giving illegal immigrants driver's licenses would be a terrible idea. Immigrants already have few incentives to apply for citizenship, and giving them a driver's license, when they are not citizens, would take away yet another incentive. We should continue the way we have and not allow these immigrants to drive, while also recommending that they try to obtain citizenship in a legal manner.
Posted by: LongBo86Illegal Aliens should not be able to obtain any license.
Allowing an Illegal Alien the ability to have a drivers license is condoning the fact that coming to this country illegally is okay. You can find a job illegally, purchase a car and drive to work which is also against the law.
Being in the country illegally is against the law, working at a job without proper authorization is against the law, not paying taxes is against the law and granting an illegal alien a drivers license does not make any sense what so ever as they will continue to break the laws with or without licenses being granted.Posted by: AnonymousThey are here illegally and should have no rights
If anyone is here illegally, giving them a drivers license is ridiculous. Send them back to their country and get in line to come into the US. It is not just Mexicans, it is anyone who wants a drivers license or an flying airplane license - too many things can go wrong
Posted by: AnonymousDriving is a privilege not a right!
They come to our country illegally and then they get rewarded with a driver's license! They are not supposed to be here and then if they come they get rewarded! Then they will bring back friends and then all those people will get a driver's license! People wrote that they will drive more carefully. They only will so they don't get in jail and be sent back to their own country! Do you see my point yet? Did you change your mind if you said yes?
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal and No Rights.
No! They are illegal! The first thing they need to do it t become a citizen of the United States then get a license! They don't get to come here and have the same rights as U.S. Citizens! How is that fair to the rest of us? It is not!
Posted by: AnonymousLaw breakers driving
If you are here illegally, how can you be trusted to follow CT's driving laws. Send illegals home and allow them to follow the proper channels to enter our borders. If you are in CT. illegally you have already broken our laws and entered our home land. If you have penetrated our borders illegally you are a terrorist, and should be treated as so.
Posted by: AnonymousEncourage the true right thing to do
Not to sound harsh but i believe giving ILLEGAL immigrants the same privileges as a legal citizen sounds a bit off. Having a drivers License is a privilege not a right. There are about 12 million illegal citizens in the US today so the government looks at this saying that they should just except the fact they are here and might as well drive safe. This may sound like the right thing to do, however, an even smarter way of going about this is to encourage these illegal immigrants to get green cards THEN will they be able to get a license. If they really want to drive legally they should legally be on US soil as well. This is not a prejudice issue even though most Liberals are saying that it is and most conservatives are making it sound like it. We are all equal...Yes...I get it. However, these Immigrants are doing something ILLEGAL, an act of crime. Therefore do not get the same privileges as a legal citizen.
Posted by: sr_jensenIllegals Can Vote
Illegal immigrants will be able to vote if they have a driver's license and will not have to obtain car insurance if they don't own a vehicle. Although, I'm a Democrat, this will not give any Republican a chance to win any state political office. It will also allow terrorists the chance to obtain a license and terrorize our state.
Posted by: AnonymousAre they in this country legally? Have they broken laws?
If a citizen wants a drivers license they must follow a process, and must be lawfully
be of age, take the exams, have no criminal charges that would prohibit the license read the traffic signs and take the test. Also have insurance etc. All of these things that are required by law. But if a citizen cannot or fails to provide or pass the requirements to achieve these things they
cannot drive. Its against the law.Posted by: AnonymousI believe that illegal immigrants should not be allowed to obtain a drivers license in the U.S because they are not US citizens.
I do not believe that illegal immigrants should be allowed to get a drivers license in the US because they are not citizens and all rights should be reserved for US citizens. Not those people who decide to sneak into our country and not try to become a citizen at all. Those people who are here illegally should not even be allowed to remain in the country much less less be allowed to legally become licensed to drive here.
Posted by: ExcitedRonaldHow to Identify?
In this country a drivers license or ID is the most important document of identity we use. A birth certificate does not identify you because you don't look like you did when it was issued. If we give someone identification that came here illegally they could say they are anyone and we have no way to verify that. They could then change their name and get another license after committing a crime. That would also open up the ability for citizen criminals to say they are here illegally and get a license under another name.
Posted by: AnonymousAbsolutely no way.
THEY ARE ILLEGAL. Why should we change laws just because they keep being broken? Democrats push this issue because they want the "thanks" from the illegal. They will do whatever they can to obtain votes. They might as well build a Democratic party registration center right across the border so all the illegals can head right over. Things of this nature will be brought to national lights years later and people will think, "How the hell did we let this happen?"
Posted by: AnonymousSplit in half
One side of me says yes lets give them a driver's license they can be tracked better and the other side of me says no. Some do not deserve it and those have made it hard for the ones that are sincerely here for all the right reasons. In my experience recently I was hit by a young illegal immigrant. No drivers license, no proof of insurance. I was livid. I'm a hard working person driving a brand new car after I sacrifice and I chose not to call the cops on her feeling sorry for her. Gave her the benefit of the doubt that she did have car insurance to cover my damages. I regret it now. She did have insurance but gave me the runaround for a day while I watched her on Facebook post pics about her life and no mention of regret. On the scene she has the nerve to mention that she has been in an accident before and all damages were covered by the insurance. She makes mention that she is employed by a restaurant franchise Arby's around the corner. If she only has Mexican papers why is she employed at Arby's? Did she provide false documents? The Arby's is located in one city and she lives about 30 min away. She passes who knows how many Arby's without a drivers license and endangering others lives with her reckless driving. Arby's manager confirmed her employment on the spot. Maybe giving them some form of identification to track them is the best thing to do even if some do not deserve it. Two strikes and you are out! Ban them! Take some accountability for your actions. Yes give them a drivers license that identifies who is mooching off my hard tax money I pay. I can't get benefits from the government when I fell on hard times but someone who has never worked a day in their life in this country can just enjoy. NOT, lets identify them and hold them accountable. I am so fed up right now!
Posted by: AnonymousWe have an immigration process for a reason.
If they go through the legal process, then they can have a license. If they want to live without fear, come through the legal process. Granted, the process needs to be improved and simplified, but if you don't come here legally, you can't expect to have legal rights while you're here.
Posted by: AnonymousTheir illegal immigrants
They get free health care. They get free everything because they are illegal. And that's not fair at all. Because every U.S. Citizen has to pay for everything and work hard to earn the money that we make. They just come over and get everything for free because they are not legal.
Posted by: AnonymousNo to illegals
This is out of hand now! I can't even afford a house and these illegals already get public housing and welfare from hard working tax payers and now they want to give them licenses? My insurance rate will shoot right up because now I have to worry about one million more cars on the road in NYC? My insurance rates are already too high now they will go even higher! Because now you are at an even bigger risk of getting into an accident. And you really think that an illegal will really pull over if they hit someone? I don't think so and if they do hit someone and run then they can flee back to their own country and never be convicted! America is making a grave mistake by allowing illegals to over run this country! I'm not proud to be an american no more! This government is a trader!
Posted by: AnonymousNO!
THEY ARE ILLEGAL. Why should an immigrant person take the time to become a citizen and pay all the penalties to the INS when illegals can just get a license and don't have to go through all of the correct processes of becoming a citizen? Once they get a license, that's an open door to the United States, and I don't think that's fair for ANYONE that's a born citizen or has become one. If they do give them licenses it should say on the Driver's License itself that they are ILLEGAL.
Posted by: AnonymousNo.
They are not citizens. They came here of their own free will. They are Illegal and giving them a license is just another way of saying that we don't care if they are actual citizens or not. If they want a drivers license then they need to become legal. Giving them a license is worse than just looking the other way.
Posted by: LincolnWhat is going on here?
I guess I don't understand why the U.S. Is allowing this when they aren't suppose to be here illegally. It is saying it seems, that its OK to come into the United States illegally. I would not expect Canada to give me a drivers license. There are many people wanting to come here through legal ways and they aren't getting the same treatment. I'm afraid we are going to have many more people pouring over the border knowing when they do, they aren't going to get into trouble and they are going to get the "perks" of being American.
Posted by: AnonymousNo.
Our unemployment rate is high enough. If the employer cannot get the illegal immigrants to go to work, they will pay more to hire American citizen. A lot of college graduates cannot find a job now. Those lazy government workers should quit their jobs and take those low-end jobs from illegal immigrants.
Posted by: AnonymousNo, because illegal immigrants are not citizens.
Illegal immigrants are not citizens and should not be able to participate with the same rights as citizens. If they are to be given a driver's license, it should be one that clearly shows that they are not citizens. Illegal citizens should work to become legal citizens before being allowed the same privileges.
Posted by: AnonymousThis seems self-evident
If you self-identify as an illegal, then you are pretty stupid as now La Migra knows where you are and can come at anytime and deport you. Also, if you are not going to the trouble of at least applying for a green card, and since it is obvious that your self-identification is without consequence, then you probably have not taken the time to get insurance or spend anytime learning the traffic laws.
Posted by: alfredholzheuIllegal immigrants should not be able to get U.S. driver's licenses, because they should be legal before being able to obtain anything.
Illegal immigrants should be required to become legal before they are able to obtain anything in the United States. If we allow them to drive and enjoy other American liberties, why would they want to become legal? If we know they are illegal, we should require them to be legal, not give them a driver's license.
Posted by: FemaleTyron73ILLEGAL
ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT is an immigrant who is came here illegally. Why is there any conversation past the word Illegal? Become legal, as millions before them have done and get your license. Wait in line, like the millions before you and get your license. My grandparents came through Ellis Island, received nothing from the government, expected nothing from the government and succeeded. Why do the illegals get a pass? The first thing they did when they set foot on this countries land was committing a crime by unlawful entry into the USA. Try that in any other country and see what happens.
Posted by: Anonymousabsolutely Not!
it's just "their" way of getting a foot in the door for obtaining "all the free handouts" the U.S government is willing to give! They may be hard workers BUT even so it's very difficult to survive in this country on a minimum wage pay check! to offset that low wage made they then continue getting the other foot in the door by signing themselves up for welfare to supplement! Use to be illegals were NOT allowed to enter. why bother keeping up "our" boarder patrols!! time for this country to take action. years ago it was called "operation wetback sweep" those were the days when our leaders were not afraid of what "outsiders" thought of them!
Posted by: AnonymousNO
Id say almost every illegal immagrant is here because of crime and drugs, why give them what they want? send them back to the place from which they come! they dont deserve anything. its becoming harder and harder for a cit to live here but illegals get everything handed to them
Posted by: ProNukeCommit a crime then get rewarded?
You commit a crime to get in this country and now we reward you with a drivers license? This country is going downhill so fast! They should arrested and deported. Come here legally, and do it the right way! Why do we keep rewarding people in this country for not doing the right things?
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal IS Illegal
They broke the law to come into the country illegally. There is a CLEAR AND DEFINED path to becoming a legal resident. NO EXCEPTIONS! Even Mexico complains about illegal immigration from Guatemala. The complaints are the same, what hypocrisy! Most are only here for a free ride or drug dealing.
Posted by: AnonymousI came legally
I am Latina, and I came here in a proper way. I think if undocumented people want their rights, they should go back to their countries and ask for their rights there, not here. My husband and I had to do a very long process in order for me to come here. Also, we had to spend a lot of money. That's why I don't support ID for undocumented people.
Posted by: AnonymousNo, illegal immigrants should not be allowed to attain driving licenses.
The whole point against illegal immigration is that it is ILLEGAL. Would people be ok if an illegal terrorist wanted a drivers license? Of course not, and the underlying reason is because the immigrant came here unlawfully. The U.S. is a nation of laws and the rule of law must be upheld. If any individual comes here unlawfully, they should be deported back to their home country. They do not deserve basic american privileges or rights.
Posted by: D CallahanIllegal immigrants should not be granted any right in the U.S. since they are "illegal."
Being "illegal" means you should not have the right to any privileges. They should go through the proper channels to become a citizen to get these privileges. If we as citizens have to follow guidelines then they should as well. You can't cross the border "illegally" and expect to receive benefits that don't belong to you.
Posted by: ladiil0cazNo license for illegal immigrants
They are illegal can't anyone understand that they are getting a free license to drive on the road. And how do they get there license they can't speak English some of them. We have to change everything for them in there language so they can take the test that is if take the test at all. They cost us money by having us pay more money for our licenses and the registration and they the registry have to cut back in sending us notification on our license that is about to expire. I say (no )
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal immigrants should not be able to obtain a driver's license in the U.S., because it is the accepted form of identification for United States Citizens and legal immigrants.
Illegal immigrants should not be able to obtain a driver's license in the U.S., because it is the accepted form of identification for United States Citizens and legal immigrants. By virtue of their illegal status, illegal immigrants should be denied any rights or privileges granted American citizens and legal aliens.
Posted by: JamieMUndocumented immigrants should not be able to get driver licenses until they become American citizens
Chicago has hundreds of undocumented immigrants driving cars without licenses or insurance. They cause so many accidents and because they have no insurance, you are out of luck if one of them hits you. This is like payback from Obama to the Hispanics for their fraudulent votes. Here in Chicago you didn't have to show your ID before voting and you can bet many undocumented immigrants voted for Obama and now its payback time for the Hispanics. I don't believe these people will even buy auto insurance if they get their licenses. The Mayor will probably give them free insurance.
Posted by: MarionWhat is happening here?
What is it that people don't understand about the word "illegal?" I don't care how "hard working" they are. They knowingly chose to come here illegally. Any legal citizen caught doing something illegal surely wouldn't be rewarded with these "gifts." We're becoming a third world country, my friends. How incredibly heartbroken I am when I think of my children's future.
Posted by: Anonymousno they shouldnt
Why should they get them if they dont understand our laws and regulations. They are here illegally, if they want a license they need to take the classes to become a US citizen. If you wanna be a part of the US become a citizen. It not that hard to take the classes.
Posted by: AnonymousNo, Not at all
Illegal immigrants should not be allowed to get a drivers license, they encourage other immigrants to come and it causes problems, second, no one knows there background information. Its not good if they get the rights they dont deserve, no illegal, or unlawful citizen should get any american rights. Thats all!
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal immigrants, key word illegal
Why should people that are not in this country legally be rewarded with something that is considered a privilege to the rest of the people in this country that are here legally? How does this make any sense? If you are here illegally it doesn't matter your reasoning because you are breaking the law. You should be deported and not allowed back in until you apply for citizenship and are granted said citizenship.
Posted by: AnonymousI do not believe that illegal immigrants should be able to obtain driver's licenses in the U.S., because they are here illegally and, therefore, should not receive any benefits or privileges that citizens receive.
An illegal immigrant is a drain on society. These people do not pay taxes and attempt to work around the system, in order to obtain benefits for themselves. The ability to obtain a driver's license should only be granted to a citizen who pays taxes and contributes to the society in which they live in.
Posted by: SpiffyStefanNation of Laws
Allowing these side runs around our laws promotes the growing distrust and disregard of our so called leaders and laws. In the simplest terms, if our elected leaders can pick and choose which laws are "fair", why can't I? I don't think I should have to pay property taxes. I don't want to leash my dog. I think the speed limits are ridiculous in some areas....Where does it end?
We have rules in place to change laws if necessary. Problem is the majority of U.S. Citizens are against having another amenesty shoved down their throats, so since they cannot affect change the right way, our so called leaders pander, they cheat and lie and steal the gift of natural born and legally naturalized American Citizens.
We need reform, but not this way. We need to clear the backlog for immigrants who have taken the legal path towards citizenship....and we need to eliminate "birthright" citizenship.
Read the responses of those "for" the program, they are either illegals themselves or obviously written by high school or young college idealists who don't yet pay the freight for food stamps, rising insurance premiums, education costs, etc. for illegal immigrants and their ever growing families.Posted by: dulepichWhere does it stop?
Back in 2005 I moved to southeastern New Mexico for a new job. When I arrived, I discovered that auto insurance was three times the cost of what I paid in Missouri. I couldn't believe it and asked why such high instance rates, especially with a clean driving record and being in my late 40's. The reason given was that the state allowed anyone from Mexico to get a state drivers license as long as they could produce a Mexican drivers license. Few had insurance and the % of uninsured drivers was high resulting in extremely high insurance rates. All I can say is get ready for this in your future folks because if you think giving illegals licenses is going to help guarantee they are insured you have another thing coming.
Posted by: AnonymousNO!
If safety is an issue, then not allowing illegal driving should be better enforced. Covering up a problem will cause more problems. The only real solution is to solve the root of the problem. Submitting to these lawbreakers is a slap in the face to law abiding citizens and legal immigrants.
Posted by: Anonymous"No mas"
No, no no. The stupid politicians in Chicago and downstate Illinois are selling their souls for more votes. Even the Republican Party is changing it's stance on immigration because of the beating they took in the November election. Americans need to wake up to what is going on. On TV and radio stations it's all one sided in favor of illegals getting rights.
What country allows people to enter their country illegally and then lets them march up and down the streets demanding rights and blaming that country of separating their family members when one is caught and deported? This issue has caused me to call my own country dumb and stupid. I get very mad over this topic. Mexico is dumping millions of their their poor in our laps and some of us are too stupid to see it. There are just too many of them here illegally and something should be done to get them back where they came from as from what I see, hear and read many of them could care less about America other than to soak up its resources. Send them back to where they came from.Posted by: AnonymousIllegal is the key word here...
No. Illegal immigrants should not be eligible for any government service or support. For those that say they pay taxes, in most cases you are wrong. They abuse and overburden out healthcare system, but wear and tear on our infrastructure, and in many cases only take from our economy, not add benefit to it.
Posted by: DACMakes no sense
I can't see rewarding people breaking the law. No logical reason I can see for doing so, must be political .. DEBATE ME! There has always been a right and wrong way of doing things, this is wrong. Just another issue reinforcing the fact our politicians have there own agenda, and its not including the voters.
Posted by: AnonymousThey are breaking the law by being here illegally.
Why are we even considering rewarding people for breaking the law? Go back to your country of origin, come here legally and then you may enjoy the benefits of America. Is there any other country that allows such abuse from people who break the laws like this? If they aren't willing to follow and respect the basic laws we have about coming into America, they don't deserve to be here.
Posted by: AnonymousOur government is so WRONG!!!!!
This is what you get for not voting in Romney for President! Someone tell me why we have any laws at
all. Where does it stop! Then were saying anyone can come here. why bother getting a passport to come here? These people could care less about a liscense or better yet getting insurance. the one's that have a liscense right now don't have insurance . who do these politicians think their fooling ? This is all for keeping themselves in office. They care about people's safty!Don't make me laugh!!!This is one of the most corrupt
states in the world!!! Now we owe the illegals something!Instead of these illegals getting everything from our country why don't they go back to their's and demand their country to take care of them, but then why should they when we do a job here for them!Posted by: AnonymousI can't help but notice...
...that the majority of the present Yes voters proudly tout Spanish screennames. This isn't an issue of enabling the Hispanic population, it's a matter of discouraging circumnavigation of laws and standards by way of providing shortcuts that reduce the burdens on those who insist on remaining here illegally. Drivers licenses issued to illegals of all nationalities provide access not just to the operation of motor vehicles, but also to travel, the purchase of firearms, identification traditionally implying citizenship, and so on. The furthest I am willing to go is to issue permits that explicitly limit the use of the issued document to authorization to drive, do not extend to any other purposes related to identification or authentication, and distinctly state that the recipient of the permit is an undocumented immigrant.
Posted by: AnonymousThe license can also be used for ID to gain other benefits, and that's not right.
When used as an ID, undocumented people can obtain privileges that should not be available to those that broke the law when entering our country. The other side argues that we have safer roads if we give licenses to undocumented people. I don't believe so, as I've heard that many cancel their insurance as soon as they obtain a car & license. After traveling overseas and living overseas, it seems as if we're the only country that is so lenient with our laws for undocumented people.
Posted by: Anonymous"Illegal" Immigrant - Duh.
So the fact that they are here in this country illegally should be the deciding factor here. I wouldn't think that I could go to any country illegally and obtain any of that country's services unless I did it fraudulently. How are there any rational arguments that go beyond the word "illegal"? There's a completely different argument related to whether there should be a path for legalization of illegal immigrants, but until they obtain legal status, they should not be allowed to obtain a driver's license.
Posted by: codeninjaJust Plain Crazy
So the government is saying you are an illegal but here is a driver's license? My family and I have lived in the states for 33 years. We waited 3 years to get sponsored and then proved we were lawful citizens for another five year before we could apply for citizenship. If you came here illegally you should be deported, I worked hard for what I have and it pains me to see my taxes being wasted and people being allowed to take shortcuts. This is a great country and you should have to earn it to live here!
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal? Just disregard.
It baffles me that these idealogical legislators completely disregard the fact that these people are "illegal" and have not entered through proper channels. In Europe that doesn't fly at all and you are quickly made to leave. Those of us who in fact follow the rules really don't like when politicians only think of themselves.
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal immigrants shouldn't be able to get drivers licenses.
Illegal immigrants shouldn't be able to get drivers licenses. In most countries people get jailed or shot, but in America they get a license, a place to live, education, and sheltered. American citizens should come first. Soldiers don't even get education help to pay for college anymore. They are leeches feeding on the blood of America.
Posted by: AnonymousI oppose illegal immigrants obtaining driver's licenses in the USA because they have already broke the law.
People that are in the USA illegally should not be granted any benefits that legal U.S. citizens have. They are here illegally and have committed a crime by being in the U.S., illegal immigrants should quickly be sent back to their home country.
Posted by: F ClaytonReward for illegal behavior(s)
I watch the majority of illegals violate laws all the time and no one in law enforcement does anything about it in Illinois. I feel that the government is losing control of our country and now Illinois has just given them a free pass to further break laws because they already were doing it? Makes sense to me. Bank robber robs the bank, so lets give him the keys to all of the banks in Illinois! How does it make the roads safer by giving them a driving privilege since that is your only reason for doing so? Time for me to leave my homeland Illinois!
Posted by: AnonymousKey Word: ILLEGAL
If they are illegal, they should be deported.
They should not be allowed to do anything/get anything here.
Legal immigrants are entitled to everything, because they are legal but illegal immigrants deserve nothing.
My Mother was a legal immigrant (from England) for 55 years before she was sworn in as an American citizen late last year & all that time, she couldn't even vote!
People who enter our country illegally should not have any rights!Posted by: AnonymousDriver's licenses are only the tip of the iceberg.
Politicians are caving on the Dream Act and driver's license.
Illegal immigrants should go back to their country of origin and
get in line to come here legally. We are a nation with laws, and
politicians are selling citizens out for potential votes. It is
unbelievable and criminal. I agree that many illegal immigrants are good and hard working people but that is not the point. Politicians are supposed to do the will of the people, which does not include giving licenses in exchange for votes or party loyalty.Posted by: AnonymousBecause they are illegal!!
Key word illegal and we cannot go into Mexico without being arrested if we do not give money. My argument states true because why do all the illegals coming running to America because they know their country is not good. Look what we are going through now with the woman who got accused of smuggling marijuana, seriously? The only Americans on the bus! And she was arrested after they did not pay the $5000. They don't want us there unless we pay an enormous amount why should we give illegals our documents.
Posted by: AllEyezOnMe2013No, are they here legally?
I may not be the oldest, 11, but I have some good ideas. If we let illegal immigrants drive here with a license, it opens the status. It becomes OK to be an illegal immigrant here. They are undocumented, it's not only unlawful, but unsafe if they get into an accident, they are undocumented, no insurance, nothing it could be awful, they could get no treatment if injured. Why do we even have the border patrol if we're just going to let them have licenses if they sneak past. You'll know if there here illegally or not there will be no documents of them if you search em' up to get information to give them a license. I may not be older, or wiser but I'm not the only one there are millions of people who don't want it. Take it from me and thousands of others. We don't want them here illegally, so why give them the license to "Legalize" them?
Posted by: AnonymousNo, because there not citizens of America so they don't have the same rights.
People should have to become legal citizens to get a driver license and illegal immigrants should not be in this country in the first place. They should have better border patrol and then there would not be a problem like this. That is all I have to say about this
Posted by: AnonymousNO WAY!! They shouldn't get a driver's license
They are here illegally why on earth we are rewarding them with a driver's license which is a proof of residency. They are not residents in America so why give them the rights and privileges of a U S citizen. First of all they break the law and come in our country then instead of punishing them or guiding them to the straight path of being legal we are giving them a reward. This is a big insult to those citizens and the immigrants waiting in line to enter this country legally while they just eroded here. This will not be fair for us of we after being a citizen have to show documents before getting anything then how come we can change our law for them who are illegal. In my opinion I don't think they should get driver's license.
Posted by: Rameen.abidIllegal immigrants should not be allowed to get a license to drive.
If an immigrant is here in the United States illegally, then they should not be able to receive anything legally. Illegal is illegal no matter how you put it out there. Things like driver's licenses and employment benefits should not be available for anyone that is illegally here in this country.
Posted by: Elliot MaxwellShould illegal immigrants
You are taking people who legally should not even be here and giving them legal, state recognized rights and privileges. How about these people first be forced to immigrate here LEGALLY before giving them legal rights and privileges? I know, I know, common sense is a terrible thing in this day and age.
Posted by: AnonymousTheir illegal
Illegal immigrants are called illegal immigrants for a reason, they came into the country the wrong way. Giving them something such as a license which is something that shows that you are legal, would not be right. When you are getting you lens you have to show proof of where you live, birth cetificate, insurance, and many illegal immigrants don't have proof of where they live. With that if an illegal immigrant got mail then they could catch him. Me being a U.S. citizen would be offended if illegal immigrants were able to get their license.
Posted by: AnonymousI oppose illegal immigrants getting a drivers license, for the simple fact that they are illegally living in this country.
Illegal immigrants should not be able to obtain a drivers license. First off, they broke our laws by entering our country illegally. Driving is a privilege, not a right. Why reward someone for breaking our laws? Giving an illegal a drivers license encourages others to cross the border, rather than doing it the proper way. Who is going to pay for car insurance for all these illegals? The American taxpayer.
Posted by: envytjoyIllegal immigrants should not be able to obtain a driver's licenses in the U.S.
I think the most important word in this question is "ILLEGAL" immigrants. Granted America is known as the "melting pot", however there are certain laws and regulations to follow to become a legal immigrant. Those who do not or will not abide by these laws should not receive anything from the United States. That means no welfare, no health care and no drivers licenses. It seems to me that by allowing all of these things to be given to illegal immigrants there is no longer any drive for them to become legal.
Posted by: w00tboycomicThey are illegal
If you want a licence come legally and not illegally, just think about it.
Why should I give you the ticket to drive on the road when you are a running criminal.
What rights do you have to stay in this country to drive with a legal permit?
Please do us a good and think twice before realizing the word illegal.
Illegal = NOT LEGAL.
NOT LEGAL = breaking the law.Posted by: AnonymousWhy should they be allowed to?
First off, I think the US does a terrible job of keeping illegal immigrants out and that should be changed. Second, if you give them a license all youre doing is rooting them on and letting them get away with illegal immigration. Which, not sure if you noticed, is ILLEGAL. I am totally against this. Its not fair to those who actually go through the citizenship process and actually want to become legal.
Posted by: AnonymousIllegal immigrants are illegal and shouldn't be entitled to the same privileges as those who came here legally.
This is wrong, wrong, wrong! They are illegal! Call them what you will, or whatever term you choose, but the fact remains that they are here illegally! They should not have rights unless they take the steps to become legal residents.
My grandparents, father, and husband came from other countries and had to go through mandatory procedures to receive paperwork allowing them to remain in the U.S. Why should anyone get a free ride when it wasn't easy for others? The process that my husband endured to become legal here was expensive and grueling. What was the point of any of it if you don't even need to be legal here to have rights?
It's a lot of B.S. in my opinion!Posted by: AnonymousIf they are not a citizen, they should not be provided our benefits.
No body likes a cheater. If someone gets to break the rules but still win, that is not fair. Similarly, if someone does not have to pay taxes then why should they have the benefit of riding on our roads. It just is not fair, and therefore should be illegal.
Posted by: C0rn4GamerA driver's license is a privilege, not a right
Driving a vehicle in America is a privilege, not a right. If you came here illegally and continue to live here illegally, why should we extend the privilege to obtain a legal driver's license? And why would the test be in any language but English? Are there any traffic signs that are in Spanish or French or Japanese or any other language? NO. The test should be only in ENGLISH and only people who are here legally should be able to take it.
Posted by: AnonymousNo
Their illegalIllegal immigrants are called illegal immigrants for a reason, they came into the country the wrong way. Giving them something such as a license which is something that shows that you are legal, would not be right. My grandparents came through Ellis Island, received nothing from the government, expected nothing from the government and succeeded. Why do the illegals get a pass? The first thing they did when they set foot on this countries land was committing a crime by unlawful entry into the USA. Try that in any other country and see what happens.A lot of the Illegals cannot read or write English and therefore cannot take a test or read road signs. USA should not be accomodating spanish speaking or any other language by allowing them to take tests in their own language. Additionally Illegals should be deported as they have now committed a crime by entering the USA illegally. If Luis Guiterrez in Illinois wishes to be an advocate for Illegals, he should move to Mexico and take his stance there.
Posted by: Anonymous