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Good idea. Testing should be mandatory, as one of the requirements for immigration. As well, a minimum skill set should also be a requirement. While one does not need to be a doctor or an engineer, certain trades might be allowed in. Trades where one can be certified to a US or Canadian standard BEFORE leaving the originating country. No exceptions.
Electricians, plumbers, auto mechanics for example have certification.
A VERY LIMITED number of freeloaders should be allowed in. The so called "political refugees" need intensive and extensive screening. It should take years, not weeks, to be allowed in.
For well off immigrants with no criminal record or questionable past, buying a limited entry visa should be entertained. A fee equivalent to 50 to 75% of their net worth. The money would go into paying off the national debt. Any legal troubles - drug cartels, capital offenses or other troubles such as murder, assault, fraud mean instant deportation. No prolonged legal arguments will be entertained while the accused remains on US or Canadian soil. Appeals can be initiated in their county of origin. No exceptions.
We have been far, far too lenient on these people. Time to crack the whip and reverse the damage uncontrolled immigration has caused.
Don will start some of this when he becomes president. There are other things as well, but it would take this post off topic.