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The survey data, when combined with anecdotal remarks, presents a clear enough picture of the chaotic state of our nation's borders and the likely devastating results of the president's amnesty program. Illegal immigrants are crossing our borders again and again without fear of any repercussions. They intend on staying in perpetuity, and bringing their friends and families with them. Some, undoubtedly, are conspiring to do us harm.

In his January 7 speech to the nation, President Bush told the American people that first and foremost, "America must protect its borders." Following the attacks of September 11, he said, "This duty of the federal government has become even more urgent."

While correctly identifying the problem, the president's solution is baffling. How can we ensure border security while, at the same time, inviting illegal immigrants to cross our borders and then rewarding them with second-class citizenship when they get here?

The Bush administration stonewalled Judicial Watch in court for almost a year to make sure the negative impact of the president's proposed amnesty program would remain a well-kept secret from the American people. Bush administration officials withheld information from the American people they knew would be embarrassing.

Well, now the truth is out.

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Tom Fitton is president of Judicial Watch, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational foundation that fights government corruption and judicial abuse. For a copy of Judicial Watch's "Border Patrol Survey Analysis," log on to www.judicialwatch.org.

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Note -- The opinions expressed in this column are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions, views, and/or philosophy of GOPUSA.

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