There are many cities in the United States today that have chosen to act outside the law and declare themselves as "sanctuary" cities. These are cities where illegal immigrants and others are safe from being sent back to their native countries. These cities are outside the law - outside the federal law. Basically these cities have chosen a “don't ask, don't tell” policy when it comes to illegals and these cities will not turn these people over to the INS or other federal agencies even if it is known by local authorities what the legal status is of the subjects. I am finding that the majority of the people I know have heard nothing about “sanctuary cities” as our mainstream media has not reported much if anything about this situation. This is a true problem and if you find it hard to believe me, please Google “sanctuary cities” and do your own research.
Sanctuary cities and states are in contempt of the laws of the United States, a contempt that threatens to undermine our country. Many believe that among those residing in US sanctuary cities are also sleeper terrorists and others whose purpose is to destroy the United States and kill as many Americans as possible.
But that is not why I am writing this article. Until the last 2 to 3 weeks, my city being a sanctuary city did not matter to me in the least. I had some vague idea what it meant but that was about it.
I believe many illegals or those with questionable status, may live in my apartment complex as I am only one of a handful of residents who are English speaking. Yes, that does bother me a little but only because I like to talk. But I don't think there is any software in the world that could make me as multi-lingual as I would have to be to carry on a good conversation here in this apartment complex. There are many different ethnic cultures and I would dearly love to learn about each of them, but because the language barrier is so great and because I get frustrated so easily when I am trying to make friends with people, I stay to myself - working, and writing.
But then you had to know that eventually it would involve me. I have recently lost my biggest client, so my finances went to pot faster than even I thought they would. I have been followed by a doctor for a couple of medical problems but because I have no insurance this medical practice stopped seeing me and suggested that I get into our county's MAP (medical assistance program). I started calling one day to find out exactly what I needed to do. I do know that at one time this city I live in had assistance of many varieties offered to citizens of this county and city. Now, because of the number of immigrants flooding the system, it takes 6 to 8 weeks to even get qualified for any assistance of any type - healthcare, food stamps, etc. Plus when you call to get information on where to go to get assistance, no one can give you the correct answer. That day I was told five different things by five different program coordinators. I finally had a class A panic attack, thought I was dying and ended up in the emergency room on a heart monitor for 6 hours. This is what is happening to hard working American citizen's who have lived in this county and city for over 20 years, worked hard and played by the rules. I have one period of hard luck but yet it seems that everyone who is not an American, comes before me. This is not the America I was raised to believe in nor the America my father, cousin, and uncle all fought and died for.
My question for those of you who read this is simple. How can our government allow states and cities to go against policies of the US government concerning immigration? Simple question but no one has the answer.
Our country is in such chaos now and I believe that the government is letting it happen. Why? I think there comes a time when the problems become so out of control that the government doesn't even know how to fix them.
On top of everything since I have no children under 18 and am not old enough for MediCare, so even with no money, I qualify for next to nothing. I am one of those people we all often hear about who falls through the cracks and never gets help. I have even searched for faith based assistance and they are over burdened also and I know that there are many who need help more than me.
So basically I am in a private hell and I don't believe it is of my choosing. No, it seems to me that it is all because my city is a “"sanctuary" city and every immigrant, legal or illegal, comes before me.
