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Illegal immigration
Earl Scruggs, Gaffney
Published January 29, 2007

Two local governments in our country that I've recently become aware of (one in South Carolina) have decided to do something about the compound growth of illegal aliens.

I heard about the Hazelton, Pa., Illegal Immigration Relief Act on the news recently. I also have customers in the Beaufort area who have supported their County Council's efforts to address illegal immigration issues as well.

I will address Cherokee County Council on this issue at the regularly scheduled meeting that begins at 5 p.m. on Feb. 5 and request that it consider similar statutes regarding employment and harboring of illegal aliens, since our federal government refuses to address it.

Let me be clear in stating that I have no problem with people who enter our country legally.

I urge all of my peers in Cherokee County to consider this issue. Should it be of importance to you, please join me at the Feb. 5 Cherokee County Council meeting and/or discuss it with your council member.