San Diego Community

I understand that everyone is entitled to their opinion. However, I don't believe that it is appropriate that the Minuteman are allowed to demonstrate and at times, have become extremely violent with supporters of immigration rights. Hispanics along with other races have the right to be here. They do the work that no one else would be willing to do. The truth is, if it weren't for minorities a lot of restaurants, stores, etc would not be able to provide the kind of service that they do. Just because there are a few bad ones here, in every race you will find bad people. It does not give anyone, especially this group who tends to put an image of complete and utter ignorance out there to make an assumption that all "immigrants" (people) are here to cause problems. Like my mother, she just wanted a better life for herself and her children. I truly believe that the minuteman get away with violence and if it were an immigrant protesting the way they do, they would end up in jail and be prosecuted to the fullest extent.  I am an American, I love my country, I love my freedom and am so glad that I have all these opportunities available to me but I hate the fact that I have to live with ignorant, racist individuals. This is 2008 not 1920 when we were identified by color.  -   Vanessa, San Diego

We need a more refined system of allowing immigrants into our country. While I support the integration of all immigrants into our nation, I believe that there are better ways to approach this. It's our country, and everyone must abide by the same rules.  -  Hunter, Rancho Bernardo

I certainly do agree that "everyone has a right to immigrate and work in this great country", but it must be done in a legal manner. If we as a nation allow our laws to be broken freely, then what other American laws are still worthy of being unbroken?  -  Kerry, Escondido

Often you hear "Immigrants should have rights", or secure the borders! All humans should be afforded rights. By the same token, every American has the right to secure borders. The real issue, the laws are antiquated. We need new laws to enforce current laws. Catch and release is not working. Further, we should add provisions to allow hard working immigrants a place they can call home and the opportunity to become citizens. If the minutemen and opposition would stop going after one another and put this challenge to the politicians we might get some positive changes.  -  David, San Diego

I personally believe that the the protestors for immigration really do not understand that it's  ILLEGAL immigration that U.S. citizens are against. Legal immigration is a good thing, and I suggest that any illegal immigrant that want to be here legally please follow our laws just as we U.S. citizens have to follow those in other countries. Please don't try and ram your opinions and thoughts about this down our throats. Please respect our country and follow our laws. Get in line and do the LEGAL paperwork to be here LEGALLY, ok?   -  Rich, San Diego

It's offensive to me that they call these rallies PRO-immigrant. I am pro-immigrant but do not agree with the message that these rallies bring. Put simply, the U.S. was built on law and a vivacious spirit to uphold that law. If we undermine our laws and show absolutely no respect for the very country that gave us what not even our own countries could give us, then we will jeopardize future immigrant generations to come. I am pro-immigrant and I speak for every person who has sweat blood and tears to come here legally.  -  David, San Diego

I was at the march today, and it was mostly peaceful. Unfortunately, the Minutemen and the crowd got rowdy at the sight of the Fox camera. Other than that, it was a peaceful march which achieved its intended purpose - to fight for the immigrants, for the dignity they deserve as human beings.  -  Luis, North Park

My family came from Mexico. My grandfather didn't demand anything. He worked hard, raised several succesful children. He taught his grandchildren that nothing comes easy and you must earn what you gain. He also taught us a love for this great country It upsets me and saddens me as I see newly arrived illegal immigrants waving Mexican, Cuban and other flags demanding their "rights." It goes against everything that I was taught by my grandfather and have tried to follow. To those people I say: demand your rights at home, if you feel that by just coming here you are entitled to anything, you are sadly mistaken.  -  Rick, San Diego

Just because people fill a job here, they believe they have a right to migrate whenever they want. We as Americans only ask one thing, and that is any person wanting to come to this country do it legally, and observe the laws of this country. The tolerance must stop now.  -  Chuck

Why don't these INVADERS from Mexico want to be treated by the U.S.A. like invaders from Guatamala are treated by the Mexican government when trying to cross into Mexico, being shot, raped and otherwise horribly treated by Mexican border guards, much worse than any reported abuse by any American Border Patrol personnel???  -  ***, Serra Mesa

You are showing your "unbalanced" view when you title it Migrants Rights rather than "illegal" Migrants rights.  -  Al, San Carlos

I served with in military, and I love the fact that we are allowed to protest or rally like this. I think something these people (on both sides) should remember is the freedom they have, feel lucky they're able to have the freedom to protest. It seems like they do.  -  David, El Cajon

I am a proud Mexican American who is balanced. The border problem will never end so face it! But if you come to my country learn English do whatever it takes to become a U.S. citizen and pay taxes!!!!  -  Alex, Chula Vista

I'm very disappointed in your piece on the immigrant rights protesters and the Minutemen clashing. You claim to be "fair and balanced", yet that piece was decidedly unbalanced. You portrayed the Minutemen protesters to be clumsy and ignorant. And despite what Ms. Silva says, people don't have a "right" to migrate wherever they want. Don't believe it? Try migrating to Mexico, wave around American flags and protest, and see how fast you get thrown in prison while they arrange your deportation. And they have the nerve to claim we're too hard on them?? ! I think you should apologize for that unabashedly "unbalanced" reporting.  -  Richard, San Diego

What is it that these people don't understand about illigal immigration? They have broken the law and are stripping our state of supportive programs designed to assist citizens. Disrespect continues by these demonstrators. They need to continue to band together, returning to their own country and making their difference there. They are undeserving of occupying trucking, shipping, hospital, grocery stores and many other jobs that belong for citizen opportunities. Returning to their homeland is the best solution where they can work on making their difference.  Rena, San Diego