oops - Morecambe is a long way from America but I think you get the idea. Myths are myths. We are not talking about well-educated people. When your life is hard, you probably believe just about anything is better.

When you are so far down in the heirarchy of organized crime to actually be in the company of illegal migrants, you are not likely to "rat" on the bosses? Very doubtful. Especially when their families would be endangered if they did talk. Yes, I do see these people as victims.

Rustic Rebel: It is never dumb to ask an honest question. I do not know about English immigration policies but in Canada its not that easy to get in. Once in, though, its hard to get them out if they are found to be involved in criminal activity. To get in you need money in the bank, a sponsor, a job or family. As far as I know, the only other way is if you claim refugee status. In that case you have to prove that you are in mortal danger. Canada actually encourages immigration because of our low rate of population growth. We need more employed people to sustain the social security plan.

Its not that easy to "sign up" if you don't speak the language. The paper work is overwhelming and then you have to jump through the hoops. I guess you might say that because many try to take a short cut, they are not entirely innocent. In my opinion, they are victims, nevertheless.

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