kat, I don't think objecting to the entry of illegal aliens is the equivalent of anti-Mexican, anti-Arab, anti-Irish or anti-any-other-nationality-or-race sentiment. Canada guards their border to the States and prevents illegal entry by US Nationals when possible. So does every other country that I'm aware of. I believe factors such as contraband, illegal flight, the spread of disease, and intention of sabotage are very legitimate reasons for border control. In addition, illegal immigrants using taxpayer-funded benefits intended for citizens MAY be an issue, although I have seen no hard evidence of this. Racism or anti-nationalism could also be involved, but in that case, the same accusation could be launched against every country on earth who controls its border.

Your previous statement was a reasonable one, and implies no anti-Hispanic feeling. I hope you see my view in a similar light.