It would be interesting to see what local sentiment is regarding our porus border with Mexico. The numbers of illegal crossings are staggering. The pressure placed upon our border guards and the normal legal entry points is a real test of how to process people properly.

When there are mobs of people sneaking in at night, some bad guys mixed in with people wanting to obtain work - - it turns into a nightmare for our patrols as well as the workers trying to get in. This is a problem that will not be easily solved. The drug and gun smugglers have only one goal - - make delivery and make money - - at any cost !

In my opinion, law, order and security must be restored on our borders BEFORE we can take the next step. All illegal entry must be stopped. After that, develop a plan and stick to it with whatever means necessary.

Norm Burmeister