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President Clinton gave the annual State of the Union address to the Congress and the country on January 19, 1999. In a speech that focused on how we today we can ensure a safe and prosperous 21st century, the President addressed a few immigration issues. He recognized the important role that immigrants play in the American economy, and that the U.S. has a responsibility to make them welcome. The President also stated that immigrants have a responsibility to enter the mainstream of American life, by learning English and learning about our system of government. He further noted, however, that because of a broken down citizenship application process "there are now long waiting lines of immigrants that are trying to do just that." In order to improve immigration in the U.S., President Clinton proposed a budget increase for the INS.
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