This is the registry room. This is where hundreds of immigrants (everyday) would sit as they went through all the red tape to find out whether or not they would be allowed to stay in America or whether they would be sent home. Here is my soap box: Ellis island is boring, but I was reminded how people for more than 200 years have been flocking to this country. We have been a standard bearer not only for freedom but also opportunity. Millions of people gave up everything just for a 'chance' to 'maybe' stay in America. That many people can't be wrong. Now, all the people preaching 'change ' right now, need to clarify to me what they think needs to change. I want change in government corruption but not a change in the fundamentals that have made America the open arms to millions of immigrants seeking something better for themselves. WE LIVE IN THE 'BETTER'! 'Spreading the wealth' is a change in America's fundamentals--it's socialism. Socialism is anti-work, anti-creativity, anti-ambition, anti-ingenuity, anti-opportunity, and anti-individuality. It is the garden for mediocrity. Redefining marriage is also a change in America's fundamentals. And if anyone thinks that redefining marriage is just about extending 'civil' rights to homosexual people--they are wrong. It is also about repressing religious freedom. The advocates for same sex marriages are poised to sue and squash any church preaching anything different. It's also about a parents' right to ask about and be a part of what is being taught our children in the public schools WE pay for. I know I'm preaching to the choir here because most people I know think like me. But, if you don't, please email me and make your case. I welcome any info that would help me understand. Ok, I couldn't help it. I love America.
