Hello,

I am a supporter of Jim Gilchrist, and recently emailed him, but did not receive a response (he is probably overwhelmed.) So, I wanted to put this out there:

Question: Does the governor of a border state with Mexico have the authority to use his state's National Guard, to help with surveillance along the international border, as long as those troops stay within their state (to notify the Border Patrol when illegals are crossing, or even detain them until Border Patrol arrives?)

Opinion: Are there any industries where foreign workers (perhaps seasonal) would be useful to our economy? I believe that in hospitality, restaurants, construction, and most industries, we already have the manpower among our legal residents and citizens to fill job needs. However, agriculture may be an area where seasonal workers (who would come for 3 or 4 months, then return home) might be helpful.

Also, in the area of medicine, engineering, and mathematics, but that's a miniscule number of people needed to assist us.

I am just curious about your thoughts. I am not in favor of a guest worker program or amnestry, but there may be exceptions to the rule, and I was curious as to what those may be.

Thanks,

The Ostrich
Alexandria, VA