Illegal Aliens On Welfare: Houstonians Speak Out:

KIAH

9:18 a.m. CDT, April 7, 2011

HOUSTON, TX

An alarming new study on welfare by the center for immigration studies is raising some eyebrows. The report says 54 percent of Texans use at least one government welfare program.
Here is what some Houstonians who wish to remain anonymous had to say...

"I think that's and unfortunate number, that's a really high number, it's sad"

What's even more troubling is the number of illegal immigrants collecting the same benefits that U.S. citizens are. It's reported that 70 percent of illegal’s are taking advantage of government programs and signing up for welfare.

"That system needs to be improved, that's a lot of money to be giving them." "If you go thru the process as a citizen, then it' ok, if not, the government shouldn't support them." "The thought that someone who doesn't pay taxes getting public assistance bites me the wrong way."

There was an overwhelming response from Houstonians on this touchy subject

"If you're gonna come to our state, at least do all the same things we have to." "I don't believe any type of illegal alien should receive any benefits."

But not everyone agrees...

"If they're here and they're working, then they should get help."

With Texas ranking second in the country for highest welfare rates, adding the problem of immigration is just another sign that this country and this economy has a long way to go.

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