“No, because the problem is the people hiring the illegals, not that they are coming across the border. We need to stop employers from hiring them.”

— Kent Broadfoot, mechanic, Lawrence

“No. I think we can use our resources in more productive ways.”

— Anna Clovis, consultant, Lawrence

“I don't think it should be sealed off because we don't have the resources to do that. But it wouldn't be a bad use of National Guard troops to help law enforcement protect the border.”

— Jared Ostermann, Kansas University senior, Lawrence

“I don't think so, because they can be used for more important things. You really can't stop people from coming into the country.”

— Michelle Thomas, Lawrence High School senior, Lawrence