Generally I am against illegal immigration and amnesty. For several reasons.
The people who traffic immigrants are disgusting and inhumane.
When Mexicans committ crimes they sometimes run to Mexico.
Recent immigrants do not want to learn English, and usually five to ten people will occupy a small studio apartment.
Maybe legalization will stop this, BUT immigrants need to realize the US cannot handle anymore poor folks. We have enough problems, and dealing with the negative effects of illegal immigration has us all feeling cheated when it comes to health care, employment, and housing. America is not capable of dealing with immigrants, BUT we do appreciate their presence, and realize the contributions of their hard work.
I actually have friends who are (illegal and legal) immigrants and if they were to be deported I would cry. I do not want to see immigrants go away, and be handled like criminals.
But remember Americans or America is all about assimilation.