Employing illegals immigrants is perpetuating exploitation of those less fortunate. Sure these ppl will pay taxes either by illegal use of SSN and/or via sales taxes. However, their presence here makes the minimum wage laws irrevalent since illegal immigrants are usually paid cash, and paid less. Having even a system of benefits for those that aren't here legally just creates bitterness, extreme xenophobic reactions, and a broad anti-immigrant reaction. Knowing that they can find work over here only fuels their desire for oppportunities not available, and completes a cycle of exploitation; those willing to break the law for a better life, and those willing break the law to save money. Closing our borders isn't the answer nor is keeping our low wage jobs for Americans. We should be creating higher wage jobs for Americans, and allow legal immigrants to work lower wage jobs and giving them the opportunity to advance up. The foundation of this country is built upon immigrants from through out the world, our strength comes from unity through diversity, not unity from xenophobia.