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Observes that the housing boom in the U.S. has attracted undocumented laborers across the country. How longtime residents are being forced to confront the issue of illegal immigration as never before; Rise in the unauthorized migrant population; Focus of the work force on home construction, repair and landscaping; Role of Sister Margaret Rose Smyth, a Roman Catholic nun who helps immigrant workers on Long Island, New York; How the debate has surfaced in Freehold, New Jersey; Points of contention; Arguments of proponents of immigration control.

Examines President George W. Bush's proposal to grant temporary visas to illegal immigrants in the United States. Protest held by California Latinos of the repeal of a law that would have allowed illegal immigrants to obtain driver's licenses; Impact on the community; National debate about illegal immigration; Comments from critics and supporters of Bush's plan; Estimated unauthorized labor force in the U.S.; Impact of immigrant labor on the U.S. economy; States most effected by illegal immigration.