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Originally posted by Bob M:
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I'll just ask one question of all the people complaining about the illegal immigrant problem of today-

Any idea what the Native Americans of this country think of all this?
I could find out the next time I go to Foxwoods Casino. The problem is I don't see that many Indians on the reservation.

Do you remember the "60 Minutes" program where they interviewed the hierachy of the tribe? Correct me if I'm wrong but I thought he said anyone person with at least 10% tribal blood running through his or her veins gets a free home on the reservation plus sixty grand a year in income. Not a bad job, I would say.

As far as the illegals coming to this country, lets give them an automatic citizenship in New Jersey if they promise to stay there forever. If they leave, then they would be illegal and could not return. That would solve all our problems.

All those in favor? Contrary minded?

smile Bob smile

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My apologies (in advance) to those who take it too seriously, but remember, life is too short to be serious all the time. As one of my late buddies (died of cancer last year) stated, "We're not here for a long time. We're here for a good time!"

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Bob,

Sorry I should have been a bit more precise in my comment- I was referring to the Native Americans who were here when the europeans came over and decided they needed the land more than those already here and proceeded to take it by hook or by crook, so to speak.

You are correct some Native American tribes are now making a killing with the Casinos and like any other business venture in this country that makes big bucks there are negative aspects to it as well as positive ones.

The vast majority of the remaining Native americans in this country do not have such a sweet deal.

I'd suggest another place for all the illegal immigrants- Oklahoma.

Here's my disclaimer- I too am not trying to attack anyone specifically. I'm voicing my opinions and they are not meant to be taken personally by any one individual. Some have in the past been interpreted that way. I always endeavour to make my points without being beliggerent and overly caustic. I refrain from name calling and I don't say someone is wrong when opinion is involved- I may if an inncorrect fact is mentioned, but not opinion.

I enjoy the back and forth on all issues here- lighthouse or otherwise but I can see how some can get tired of the dissension that crops up at times. You can't make an omelet without breaking some eggs - but the end rersult is usually good.

Dennis