Title: Harnessing the Power of Immigrant Workers and Addressing Immigration Challenges: A Congressional Imperative
Introduction:
In the opinion piece “Immigrants Can Help Texas Stay Competitive: Employers Lack Tools to Legally Hire Needed Skilled and Unskilled Labor,” Woody Hunt and Joan Carlos Cerda make a compelling argument for the importance of immigrant workers in alleviating the labor shortage and driving economic growth. This article agrees with their stance while emphasizing the need for congressional action in creating effective immigration pathways, rather than relying on executive orders. Additionally, the article explores other relevant topics such as the ethical standards of Supreme Court justices, the impact of airline policies on passenger conduct, and the importance of investing in women’s healthcare.
1. Congressional Action: The Key to Unlocking the Potential of Immigrant Workers
– Acknowledging the vital role of immigrant workers in addressing labor market demands
– Urging Congress to take action to develop comprehensive and durable immigration reforms
– Contrasting executive orders with congressional action in creating lasting immigration pathways
– Highlighting the risks of relying solely on executive actions like the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program
2. The Importance of Bipartisan Reforms for Long-Term Economic Prosperity
– Emphasizing the need for political will and bipartisan efforts in enacting immigration reforms
– Discussing the benefits of skilled and unskilled immigrant labor for high-need industries like healthcare and technology
– Arguing that a quick-fix approach by the president may lead to long-term complications
– Advocating for careful consideration and collaboration to ensure effective immigration policies for future workforce needs
3. Ethical Standards for Supreme Court Justices
– Addressing concerns about Supreme Court justices’ ethical standards
– Criticizing the lack of a binding code of conduct for Supreme Court justices as compared to lower court judges
– Advocating for changes to rectify this disparity and promote integrity within the judiciary
4. Impact of Airline Policies on Passenger Behavior
– Examining the issue of stricter dress codes for air travel
– Reflecting on the changes in airline policies over time
– Highlighting the role of cramped seating and uncomfortable conditions in deteriorating passenger behavior
– Suggesting that airlines prioritize comfort and space as a means to improve passenger conduct and manners
5. The Correlation Between Dress Code and Behavior
– Drawing on personal accounts and experiences to assert the influence of dress code on behavior
– Relating dress code requirements in the professional world to personal and business successes
– Providing examples of how dress codes can influence outcomes and promote better behavior
– Asserting that dressing appropriately can contribute to improved behavior, both within and outside professional settings
6. The Importance of Facts and Truth in Shaping Our Reality
– Discussing the prevalence of biased news consumption and echo chambers
– Highlighting the need for Americans to seek accurate information from multiple sources
– Emphasizing the responsibility of individuals to verify facts and challenge misinformation
– Urging for a collective commitment to basing opinions and decisions on reliable information
Conclusion:
Congressional action is essential to harnessing the potential of immigrant workers, addressing labor shortages, and ensuring long-term economic prosperity. In addition to immigration reforms, ethical standards for Supreme Court justices, considerations of airline policies, investment in women’s healthcare, and the importance of truth and facts in shaping our reality are all crucial aspects that require attention. It is through thoughtful, bipartisan efforts and a commitment to informed decision-making that we can create a thriving society that embraces the contributions of immigrant workers while upholding high ethical standards and promoting social wellbeing.
Summary:
The need for congressional action to harness the power of immigrant workers is emphasized in this article. It argues in favor of comprehensive immigration reforms, highlighting the risks of relying solely on executive orders. The article also explores the ethical standards of Supreme Court justices, the impact of airline policies on passenger behavior, and the importance of facts and truth in shaping our understanding of reality. The overarching message underscores the need for evidence-based decision-making, bipartisan collaboration, and a focus on long-term solutions for the betterment of society.
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Congressional action needed
Re: “Immigrants Can Help Texas Stay Competitive: Employers Lack Tools to Legally Hire Needed Skilled and Unskilled Labor,” by Woody Hunt and Joan Carlos Cerda, June 14 Opinion.
In this opinion piece, the authors argued that immigrant workers are vital to alleviating the labor shortage that is plaguing our economy. I could not agree more.
Congress must take action to harness the power of the immigrant workforce, especially in health care, technology and other high-need industries. However, that does not justify allowing President Joe Biden to act unilaterally to create new visas for immigrant workers.
The only way to create lasting and effective immigration pathways is through congressional action, not executive orders that are subject to litigation and changing political winds. As we continue to see with the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, executive actions on immigration are shaky and often end up hurting the very people they were meant to help.
Congress must find the political will to enact bipartisan reforms that will serve our country for decades to come, and I am committed to being part of the solution. As the authors rightly pointed out, immigrants will help America meet the needs of the workforce of the future, so we must take the time to get it right. A quick-fix approach by the president will only create more problems in the long run.
Senator John Cornyn, Austin
We expect more from the judges
Re: “Report: Judge accepted vacation from GOP donors: Alito says he wasn’t required to disclose his 2008 Alaska trip,” reported Thursday.
In the story about Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s acceptance of a luxury fishing trip, there is this remarkable statement: “The high court is not bound by a binding code of conduct that applies to justices of lower courts.”
How does that make sense? Why do we expect less from Supreme Court justices than from lower court judges? Shouldn’t it be the other way around?
I look forward to seeing Chief Justice John Roberts or Congress or someone rectify this absurdity. But I don’t think I’m holding my breath.
Raymond Miner, Waco
Airlines share the blame for the chaos
Re: “Would a dress code make a flight smoother?” By Christopher Elliott, Thursday’s Comics & Puzzles column.
Elliot’s travel column has made me laugh a lot. Stricter dress code for air travel? Suits? Dresses? Now I’m just shaking my head!
I wore a dress the first time I flew in 1979 and followed that trend even on an international flight in 1984 as I recall. But times (and airlines) have changed dramatically. I dress appropriately (no one could accuse me of looking like I just got out of bed), but definitely for comfort.
I get the “dress better, feel better, act better” connection, but has anyone thought that maybe airlines packing us like sardines could be the reason for the sharp decline in manners? Duh.
So how about this? When the airlines decide to bring in some space and comfort, you might consider pulling out a dress for travel.
Sara Miskimins, Dallas/Lake Highlands
The tie does the manners
After college I worked for IBM. The very strict dress code was a suit, white shirt (French cuffs optional), conservative (striped) tie, pointy shoes, and a handkerchief in the breast pocket. The lessons learned about human behavior from that dress code opened many, many doors for me to have an above average business and personal career.
I could easily write a book on how the way you dress will and can determine your life. At one of my companies, I required my entire sales force to wear ties when none of our competitors did. We were number 1 nationally every year.
Having started flying when he was required to wear a suit and tie to get on a plane to the utter chaos experienced today, I couldn’t agree more with Christopher Elliott. There is an absolute, undeniable and incontrovertible truth that the way a person dresses will have a direct correlation with their behavior. After all, there have never been any riots in the Vatican.
Larry Huddleston Cedar Hill
There’s no excuse, Texas
Re: “Texas 49th for Women’s Health: 2023 Scorecard Doesn’t Reflect Effects of Abortion Restrictions,” News Thursday.
Once again, Texans can say, “Thank God for Mississippi.” Over the years, that state has kept the great state of Texas from being last in all sorts of categories of civil and human rights.
Of course, Mississippi also has the highest poverty rate and the lowest income rate in the country.
Texas has no such excuse.
Rodney W. Pirtle, Dallas
First fix the streets of Dallas
Re: “’We must not settle’: Mayor Eric Johnson outlines his final term priorities at city’s inauguration,” Metro & Business article on Wednesday.
In the mayor’s inauguration speech, he stated that his main goal is to improve public safety and access to parks to encourage people to move to Dallas. He needs to focus on repairing the streets, or public safety officers won’t be able to reach the public and people won’t be able to get to the parks. Why would one move to Dallas with the conditions of our roads?
Joe Goggans, East Dallas
Facts must guide our reality
I was recently in New York and went to the beach. I was talking to a nice man who asked me where he was from. When I told him about Texas, he turned a little red in the face and asked, “Is it really bad down there? I hear you have illegal immigrants running rampant in the streets. Your crime must be terrible.
Everyone has an opinion and even if you disagree, you are entitled to that opinion. The facts are a different story. Unfortunately, many Americans read or listen to only one news source and do not check information that is consistent with their political position. Facts and truth should drive our reality, not soundbites, vitriol and outright lies. Americans deserve better, but we get what we vote for.
Amanda P Stanton, Duncanville
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