Ruben Navarrette: Cashing in on immigrants

“Critics are still fuming over Bank of Americas plan to offer credit cards to people without Social Security numbers or credit histories, characteristics common to illegal immigrants.

CNNs Lou Dobbs called it “idiotic.” Roy Beck of Numbers USA, a proponent of immigration controls, accused Bank of America of “unpatriotic greed.” Callers on talk radio have suggested the company change its name to “Bank of Mexico.” Syndicated columnist Michelle Malkin argued that the company is defying federal immigration law by “aiding and abetting illegal activity.” Funny thing. Ive had credit cards for more than 20 years, and I dont remember feeling aided and abetted. Preyed upon, maybe.”

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