Going in, economists thought that once trade barriers were lifted that small countries would benefit. But we found that cost barriers exist that only large countries and large corporations can overcome. |
If we enact a law that makes clear we're going to dramatically increase enforcement without allowing greater legal flows, employers and illegal immigrants will find ways around it. |
You're trying to legislate and end immigration in the face of tremendous economic demand for illegal immigrants. Just like with the illegal drug trade, we can say it's illegal, but that doesn't mean it's not going to happen. |