America is witnessing a new phase in the U. S. immigration world: state laws which allow local enforcement to act as federal agents and directly enforce federal immigration laws. Many debates are emerging as to why states like Alabama should enact these types of laws. Those in favor claim it is simply to preserve jobs for their people. Those who oppose these laws feel it is just another way to target a minority. There is no reason to feel comfortable about such laws because they are reminiscent of Hitler’s persecution of the Jews, among many minorities, in order to distract the public from his foolish war program. Or, should we remember more immediate, recent times? Such as when the KKK went after African Americans in Alabama? Do we need to say more? Read more …