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Immigration Reform Must Respect Civil Liberties, Says ACLU

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Immigration Reform Must Respect Civil Liberties, Says ACLU

Senators Charles Schumer (D-NY) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) have outlined a framework for immigration reform that they shared with the president last week, according to news reports. The senators have built the framework around four main issues: mandatory biometric Social Security cards for all Americans; ramping up border and interior immigration enforcement; redesigning a system for temporary workers; and creating a tougher plan for legalizing the immigration status of those already in America. The American Civil Liberties Union welcomes thoughtful reform of America's immigration system but insists it cannot be at the expense of cherished fundamental liberties and privacy protections. More