Many of the problems with immigration at the southern border are due to the issues that Central and South Americans are experiencing in their own countries. They cannot be blamed or punished for seeking a better life for themselves, and the United States cannot simply close its borders to them. Remember, we live on stolen land and Central and South Americans have as much, if not more, of a right to it than we do. This is a complicated problem, and United States citizens have been historically told significant amounts of false information regarding immigration and border security. A more sustainable and long-term solution to the issue, rather than deportation, is to work with government officials in these countries to find the best possible plan of action for all people. With international effort on these fronts, I hope to find ways to improve asylum seekers' quality of life both within their country and on their journey, AND keep United States citizens safe from harm and increased financial hardship.