Why independence day is Important , 4th of July , No way Jose Calls in

🔑 Key Points & Themes
1. Visible Cleanup in Chicago Under New Federal Direction
Observation: There is a noticeable reduction in migrants sleeping in police stations and more infrastructure cleanup (graffiti removal, pothole repairs).

Implication: You both imply that federal-level changes, possibly tied to Trump's return or stronger federal enforcement, are leading to local improvements, despite local resistance from leadership like the mayor.

Real-World Reflection: Chicago has long struggled with migrant overflow and sanctuary city policies, which strained local services and created backlash, especially in working-class neighborhoods.

2. Backlash Against Sanctuary Policies
Discussion: Citizens in South Side Chicago are reportedly confronting city leadership over prioritizing illegal migrants over long-term residents — specifically Black communities feel neglected.

Quote: "Why are you putting illegals first before us? You don't care about us Black people."

Context: This sentiment has grown across several U.S. cities as housing, resources, and safety are perceived to be redirected toward newcomers.

3. Defund the Police Hypocrisy
Story Recalled: While people were protesting to defund police, a jewelry store across the street was being robbed.

Point Made: This example is used to highlight the incoherence or unintended consequences of anti-police activism.

Larger Commentary: It reveals the belief that weakening law enforcement invites lawlessness, a frequent conservative talking point.

4. ICE Protests and Birthright Citizenship
Issue Raised: Activists are protesting against ICE raids and deportations (e.g., Alejandro Orana in LA).

Critique: You argue that entering a country illegally should not entitle anyone to stay, especially when others (like yourself) go through legal immigration and still get denied.

Major Theme: Selective enforcement — laws only applying to some, while others (often aligned with political or economic agendas) are exempt.

Birth Tourism in Canada: You recall Chinese nationals flying in to have children and gain citizenship, while Portuguese families were deported in the 2000s despite being on legitimate citizenship tracks.

5. Growing American Dissatisfaction
Observation: Some Americans call attempts to fix or enforce immigration "fascist." Yet, many want safety, sovereignty, and structure back.

Frustration Expressed: You both vent about how even basic reforms or national pride get labeled racist or bigoted.

Commentary: A country must be allowed to prioritize its own citizens without being vilified.

6. Help Wanted Signs vs. Narrative
Noticed Trend: You and José see increasing help wanted signs across U.S. cities like Chicago, Gainesville, San Francisco.

Counter-Narrative: This contradicts the claim that Americans won't do certain jobs. It also undercuts the excuse that illegal labor is necessary.

Canadian Contrast: In Canada, citizens send out "a billion resumes" but jobs are filled by migrant labor subsidized by the government — wage subsidy distortion.

7. Fourth of July Cancel Culture
Reported: Some cities are cancelling or postponing Independence Day celebrations due to ICE raids and "protests."

Your View: This is deeply ironic and offensive — since July 4th marks freedom from British rule, a time to honor national sovereignty, not reject it.

Symbolism: You liken it to the Ewoks celebrating victory in Return of the Jedi — a true grassroots reclaiming of liberty.

8. Historic and Economic Undermining of America
Federal Reserve Act + Income Tax Act (1913): You bring up Woodrow Wilson reintroducing centralized financial control (essentially re-enslaving America to British influence).

Andrew Jackson Admiration: You name him as your favorite president for fighting international banking interests, tying modern economic oppression to foreign tentacles.

Message: America lost its independence again through finance — not war.

9. Collapse of Public Sector in Chicago
Observation: Chicago Public Schools are laying off workers due to massive budget shortfalls.

Criticism: The public sector is bloated, with "four to five layers of government" and endless pensions burdening taxpayers.

Conclusion: The city's collapse is inevitable under such top-heavy bureaucracy and misplaced fiscal priorities.

📰 Supporting News Trends (2023–2025)
Chicago Migrant Crisis: Multiple reports from CBS, WGN, and FOX noted tensions in Black communities over sheltering illegal migrants in schools and public buildings.

ICE & Sanctuary Conflicts: Ongoing nationwide battles between ICE enforcement and progressive local laws (New York, Chicago, LA) have made headlines.

Birth Tourism in Canada: Multiple investigations (CBC, Global News) confirmed the "anchor baby" phenomenon especially with Chinese nationals before COVID.

Help Wanted Signs: Post-COVID labor shortages in the U.S. contradict the narrative that Americans won’t do blue-collar work