March (2012) filers...

[TigerFlower 61]

Upcoming Federal Holidays:

Oct. 8 - Columbus Day

Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day

Nov. 22 - Thanksgiving Day

Dec. 25 - Christmas

Other possible relax/no work days:

Nov. 6 - Election Day

Dec. 8 - Dec 16 - Hanukkah

We're in for deep doo if our cases aren't adjudicated soon.

Holy crow, you're not kidding....(panic ensues...)

[Nick + Elizabeth 54]

You cant generalize, i know MANY illegal immigrants that are paying taxes. It is possible to pay taxes as an illegal immigrant. I know many who are doing this for the reason that once they attempt to become legal with some kind of law, like this for example, they have proof of have been paying taxes. Dont generalize.

I am also upset as how we get pushed to the side but i cant generalize and hate on illegals for trying to put food on their table for their families. My family was once illegal and thanks to the opportunities they received, im here and now i have the possibility to bring my fiancee legally to the United States.

I never said I 'hate on illegal immigrants'. What I said was that their situation is unfortunate, and that it's not fair. However, that doesn't mean that USCs should be pushed to the back of the line to give priority to people whom are here illegally. That is flat out wrong. All done so that Obama can swing more votes. That's what 'I' have a serious problem with. United States Citizens should get some priority it when it comes to their own government.

[Kaaha 6]

Well, I don't know what illegals immigrants that you know, but I don't know any illegal immigrants that are paying taxes. In fact, most of them get paid under the table at or below minimum wage. That said, I certainly don't have any issue with people coming here to live when they go through the proper channels, and I certainly would not want to live in Mexico. I don't know what to say though except unfortunately in life we're not all dealt the same hand. It's not fair, but it's the way things are. So, as an actual United States citizen that DOES pay taxes to this country, does jury duty, votes in our elections, etc, etc... I fully expect my government to look after me before someone who has illegally snuck into the country just so our President can wrangle himself a little more of the Latino vote. If you want to call me having that expectation 'mean' then so be it.

okay... I'm out, until this duscussion ends... I don't think you would like to take a bullet to get your green card.. I'm glad that you serve your country by voting and paying taxes.. cause my fiance went to freaking war 2 times and wakes up every night because of nightmares... well... it's not even worth it.. ignorant and people who think taht have more rights that others are the issue here..

[Nick + Elizabeth 54]

Upcoming Federal Holidays:

Oct. 8 - Columbus Day

Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day

Nov. 22 - Thanksgiving Day

Dec. 25 - Christmas

Other possible relax/no work days:

Nov. 6 - Election Day

Dec. 8 - Dec 16 - Hanukkah

We're in for deep doo if our cases aren't adjudicated soon.

99% sure they work through Hannukkah, and on election date. However, I wouldn't be surprised if they were off a day before and after Christmas or something like that. I don't 'think' they work on Christmas Eve at least.

As a side note... I FINALLY got to talk to a supervisor who put in a service request for me! There is a little smidge of hope on my horizon. Maybe, just maybe... that will do something for us?! I hope, hope, hope!

[Nick + Elizabeth 54]

okay... I'm out, until this duscussion ends... I don't think you would like to take a bullet to get your green card.. I'm glad that you serve your country by voting and paying taxes.. cause my fiance went to freaking war 2 times and wakes up every night because of nightmares... well... it's not even worth it.. ignorant and people who think taht have more rights that others are the issue here..

I don't see why it's so unbelievable that I should think that the US government should take care of their own citizens with some sense of priority. I'm not saying there aren't some special circumstances/cases, but as a general rule I believe the US government should not push the petitions of US citizens to the very back to rush through documents for illegal aliens so the president can get more votes. Sorry, I stand by what I said.

[Kaaha 6]

emm... illegal aliens cannot vote.. so what votes are we talking about? I'm out for some time. I bring negative energy to the discussion board.

[TigerFlower 61]

emm... illegal aliens cannot vote.. so what votes are we talking about? I'm out for some time. I bring negative energy to the discussion board.

Don't leave... we are all welcome to voice our opinions here.

[Andie 147]

I'm off to my Physio appointment... back problem - if he asks if I've been spending much time online, I'll deny everything

[Kaaha 6]

Don't leave... we are all welcome to voice our opinions here.

I don't want to leave Tigerflower.. but my fiance is Peruvian and it's painful to hear "Latinos this and that"... and he served in Navy for 8 years because his mother couldn't bring him ti the US... ahhh it's a long and personal story. I am sorry if I made anyone made or upset. This was not my intention.

[TigerFlower 61]

I don't want to leave Tigerflower.. but my fiance is Peruvian and it's painful to hear "Latinos this and that"... and he served in Navy for 8 years because his mother couldn't bring him ti the US... ahhh it's a long and personal story. I am sorry if I made anyone made or upset. This was not my intention.

My dear, I only think we are mad/upset at USCIS... not each other We are simply voicing our frustrations on here and this is the only 'safe' place we can. Let's just stop talking about things we cannot change (politics) and more on things we can at least share in common.

[islandgal 74]

emm... illegal aliens cannot vote.. so what votes are we talking about? I'm out for some time. I bring negative energy to the discussion board.

I don't see why some of us are taking this discussion so seriously. We're all entitled to our opinions and if so, people should agree to disagree and keep the good vibes and VSC bashing alive. I see Nick+Elizabeth's point of view and yours Kaaha (and Miguel). Regarding votes - it's all POLITICS. When a particular group of people see that the President is doing something to help their people, they'll be more inclined to vote for him. If you've read the news lately, the polls are up for the Hispanic votes for Obama. I still think that our applications shouldn't have been set aside because of this new law. The DREAM Act folks should've been given normal processing time priority like the rest of us who've been waiting. I seriously think the planning and execution of this new law were flawed. The impact and repercussions were not considered at length....all they saw were the votes that it would get him....and he may have succeeded. We'll see Nov. 6. BTW...I have Cuban heritage...

I'm off to my Physio appointment... back problem - if he asks if I've been spending much time online, I'll deny everything

Not at your back problem, but your excuse...

Edited October 3, 2012 by islandgal

[islandgal 74]

BTW... I think our Marchie thread is now entering the 200+ pages club, like our applications.

[miguel.angel 11]

Im totally apolitical by the way. Im upset at VSC and the system, but im happy for my family that was given a chance to qualify for this dream act. Seeing my brother happy with his wife (benefited from this) will never let me complain about their opportunity given to them.

Edited October 3, 2012 by miguel.angel

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[miguel.angel 11]

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I would of paid that money gladly for a 30 day turnaround since the beginning. I wonder why we don't get that chance!?