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Secure Borders But Implement Process For Illegal Immigrants To Become Citizens

"But we cannot deport 12 million people. Instead, we'll require them to pay a fine, learn English, and go to the back of the line for citizenship -- behind those who came here legally. At the same time, we'll secure our borders and crack down on employers who hire undocumented workers."

-- Washington, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2008

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President Obama signed the Southwest Border Security Bill, which will fund increased security along the border with Mexico.

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