The article discusses the ongoing debate in America about illegal immigration. The government has been trying to find a solution for almost 20 years, with different opinions on how to handle the issue. Some people want stricter border control, while others support immigrant rights. The government has tried to pass comprehensive immigration reform multiple times, but disagreements over key elements have led to failure. The main components of the proposed reform include stronger enforcement of immigration laws, penalties for employers hiring undocumented immigrants, a program to legalize most undocumented immigrants, and changes to the legal immigration system to help businesses hire foreign workers more easily.