The Tribune

EDITOR, The Tribune. AFTER witnessing the events concerning the visit of the Haitian President, I feel compelled to write. Why are Bahamians not demanding immigration reform? How is it that Haitian sloops going 40 miles an hour are able to reach Nassau's southern shores without detection? Could it be that some of our Defence Force officers are complicit? Surely not? Mr Ingraham/Mr Christie, have you ever heard of stings? It is an excellent way to weed out corruption. Get some advice from the Americans. Why is it that we don't even know who is on this island? Biometric identity cards should be mandatory for all with proof of status. Those that don't qualify send them home. Citizenship should only be given to those that possess a working knowledge of our language, culture, and they should be able to contribute. For those children who were born to illegal immigrants, they should be offered citizenship, but at age 18. But this law needs to be revisited immediately and brought to referendum. Mr Christie, I have a problem with you taking my money (health insurance) to give health care to illegals by the thousands, especially when there is no effort being made to stop the influx. I beg of you gentlemen, forget about the votes, find some patriotism, and stop kicking this can down the road. Remember history. If the status quo remains, ethnic unrest in the Bahamas will be inevitable, and the blame will be laid squarely at the feet of every PM that has led this country, and all your dubious accomplishments will be rendered null and void. FORMER FNM SUPPORTER Nassau, February 19, 2012.