It seems like everyone has an opinion on the issue of illegal immigrants. We read about it in the newspapers, see the issue addressed on television, and hear that our elected officials are proposing new laws to address the problem. At one end of the spectrum are those who propose building a wall to keep illegal immigrants out, or deporting them if they have managed to enter the country illegally. On the other side, there are supporters who want America to accept the “undocumented” and grant them amnesty. Due to the strong sentiment surrounding the issue of illegal immigrants, the dispute will not be resolved to everyone's satisfaction. However, we should work together to find a solution that is in the best interest of our country, while at the same time legalizing the status of illegal immigrants. As we consider options for a legalization process, we should ask ourselves whether amnesty is the answer. It is defined as “a total oblivion of a crime by the government…” (Amnesty Law). Would granting a “citizenship path” be a preferable method? (Werner). Many of our citizens are against both choices. They believe that people managed to enter by illegal means or failed to return home within the prescribed time; therefore, they should be returned to their countries of origin. Their concerns are justified and we should make an effort to understand their reasons. There are approximately twelve million undocumented workers in the United States who are in hiding awaiting a decision. It is not too difficult to understand why anyone would object to illegal immigrants who jeopardize the jobs of our citizens and are not subject to fiscal responsibility. Meanwhile, they enjoy the benefits of free education and medicine...... middle of paper ......ted"Amnesty Law and Legal Definition". USLegal.com.Web. April 3, 2014. .Krayewski, E. “Ed Krayewski: 5 Reasons to Grant Amnesty to Illegal Immigrants.”Reasons.com. February 2, 2013. Web. April 4, 2014. . Rodriguez, Cindy Y. and Adriana Hauser. “Deportations: missing parents, frightened children”. CNN.com. October 27, 2013. Web. April 12, 2014. us/immigration-parents-deported-children-left-behind/>. Werner, Erica. “Immigration Reform Bill: ‘Special’ Path to Citizenship That Creates a Knot.” Huffington Post.com. 2 September 2013. Web. 4 April. 2014. .