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Originally Posted by escorpio
Is that all illegal immigrants do, pick fruit? No it's not and I've found the proof.
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Here's the truth. Illegal immigrants do jobs at a much lower rate than legal immigrants or citizens. So exploiting a work force happens in the US. Makes those screaming for less controls really proud.
So if these businesses had to pay more or automate they would be faced with more costs which they will pass onto their customers. As long as Crockett and Bladderwire gets their cheap fruit and veg they're happy. Even though it's picked by exploitation.
But there is another cost that has to be added. Welfare. How much does an unemployed person in the US cost?
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Cost of unemployment in the US
Unemployment benefits cost: $520 billion. Jobless Americans have collected more than half a trillion dollars in benefits over the past five years. State and federal unemployment insurance programs have cost roughly $520 billion, according to a Congressional Budget Office report released Wednesday.29 Nov 2012
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So add that to the cost of goods from illegal aliens. The costs were calculated in 2012, so you bet it's gone up since then.
Then there are hidden costs, crime is higher amongst unemployed and poor people. So add all those costs. Take away the tax people would pay when they get paid and buy goods, then the extra sales. Suddenly working cheaper isn't so great for you or the country. Imagine if employers were forced to pay hotel staff, builders, gardeners, fruit pickers a living wage.