Don’t forget those who entered country legally

I read the coverage in the AJC on the current immigration problems and some of the proposed immigration plans (“Legal path to U.S. clogged,” News, March 10).

I for one don’t blame Mexicans for leaving the depressed economy of their country with hopes of a better life in the United States. However, I question all the focus on resolving the Mexican immigration problem, with no consideration being given to the thousands in other countries who are waiting patiently — and legally — for 7 to 10 years to get here.

Illegals slip across the Mexican border each day, and the president and Congress want to move them to the head of the line. You don’t reward a bank robber and punish a bank depositor. Neither should we reward illegals, while punishing those who are legally trying to come to our country.