Donald Trump's Idea for a Border Wall is a Good Idea

The Declaration of Independent declared the intent of the United States to assert their right to become an independent sovereign nation. A nation whose purpose was one to separate itself from the established subordinate relationship it had previously with the United Kingdom. Thomas Paine understood this idea when he stated an Island cannot rule a Continent. The motive behind the statement was partially built to absolve the responsibilities of America to a Europe which was plagued by constant turmoil and conflict. Equally important, today America operates from a position of power and through this concept the same principles which absolve the United States from Europe exist with the parasitic relationship that Mexico enjoys over the United States. The need for separation existed in the Declaration of Independence; Thomas Paine illustrated governmental interest needs required separation, while James Otis established that a people who pay towards a government must be represented within the government. These ideas form a foundation of national sovereignty within the United States. National Sovereignty Individual governments should be concerned when world organizations promote standards which exceed their authority. These organizations [eg. United Nations, WTO, and IMF] operate in a manner to generate a belief of globalization as being a fundamental right of all people, at the expenses of national policy. The idea of sovereignty operates on the belief that each state operates autonomously and free from the dependence of other states. Alan Simpson explores the idea of the border when he illustrates the first responsibility of a sovereign nation is to control its borders; furthermore, he expresses his grave concerns that uncontrolled immigration is one of the great threats which face our country. These concerns illustrate the importance of strengthening our border and protecting our children"s future. The Social Contract and the Government A social contract exists with the people and their government. The Declaration of Independence instructed the people that "Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed". The rights derived from these powers can be obtained through birth or by law. The Constitution allows authority in Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, and again in the 14th Amendment of the Bill of Rights. These laws determine citizenship in the United States. The citizens born within the country or legal migrants fall under the institution of government known as the United States. Article VI of the U.S. Constitution establishes the authority of the land, a nation whose power is drawn from the governed. Simply, we elect the nominees to represent our nation. Creation and Authority for Border Protection Congress and the President/ Vice President are elected by the people. The Executive Branch appoints members to the Federal Courts and the Cabinets. Congress, through the powers given by the Constitution, are entrusted to set forth legislation. This legislation is sent to the President for approval, and concludes at the Judicial Branch for interpretation. The Executive Branch is entrusted towards the enforcement of the laws by the use of public officers. These officers of the law operate under the legal boundaries set forth: jurisdiction. This requires the government to protect the interest of the citizens of the country from the unknown which may enter this country. The Wall The wall represents a psychological and physical boundary which individuals must conquer if their intent is to enter into the country illegally. The lack of a wall would represent just a psychological boundary in the form of a sign which establishes the separation between Mexico/ Canada and the United States. The wall is not intended to eliminate migration into the country; rather, the establishment of the wall serves as a deterrent. It serves as a purposely placed reminder to those who may seek access by unconventional means. Building a physical boundary outlines and establishes intent for violators who fail to adhere to the sovereignty of the nation. The mere presence of the wall relinquishes the requirements of judicial inquiry to formulate the intent of the individuals who may claim unawareness as a reasonable defense without the provisions presented through the adoption of the wall. The construction of the Trump wall would secure the United States position as a sovereign nation whose boundaries will be respected by the world. The idea of a wall should not be unusual to individuals who reside in the country. Just as it is not unusual to see locks, gates, guards, and alarm systems to protect private property. We plant trees and place fences at our homes to alert others of our property lines. Paine, Thomas. Common Sense. Philadelphia: printed. Simpson, Alan. Quoted in Carlos Rico, "Migration and U.S."Mexican Relations" Western Hemisphere Immigration and United States Foreign Policy