AP98, I think this is one is much worse than increasing fuel price which could be attributed to various factors, not to mention the fact that they can easily manipulate the forces if need be - at least for some time. But this one is a colossal breach of trust from the first man on the nation and will/should be unacceptable. Clinton doing oral with Monica is an impeachment case, then this one should be straight "tata" to Bush and Cheney, if proved. Ax, I know a guy in NY who got GC as recently as last year who was illegal for many years. From what I have heard, it did not take even a year for him to get that. The guy who told me the news is closely related to the "said" guy. He worked/works in some store I guess. Maybe you should have followed suit while you were in NY.:p But alas you had to move to Cali, get married, nice job and buy a house. I feel sad for you already. LOL. And now you are seeking for the fourth piece of puzzle - GC? Damn! Some people eh'! :) I have only one of those four stuffs and look at me - I am as happy as they come. Oh, did I count that being married in the "good" list? :P On the serious note - I thnk they should have a process of allowing people with specialized degree to apply for GC simply by virtue of having that degree, much like Canada and Australia. Would not this country be heaven then? IndisGuise:)