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Some Want “Illegals” Covered under Healthcare Plan

Posted By Sheldon Richman

“Fearful that they’re losing ground on immigration and health care, a group of House Democrats is pushing back and arguing that any health care bill should extend to all legal immigrants and allow illegal immigrants some access.” (Washington Times ^[1], Monday)

If no one is entitled to tax-funded benefits, how can “illegals” be less entitled than others?

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“Absorbing Immigrants” ^[2] by Donald J. Boudreaux

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[1] Washington Times: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2009/sep/28/liberals-seek-health-care-access-for-illegals/

[2] “Absorbing Immigrants”: http://www.thefreemanonline.org/columns/thoughts-on-freedom-absorbing-immigrants/

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