Some might consider this an impolite way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. But this year, I'm giving Hispanic immigrants a gift straight from the heart: a lecture.

Now is a good time. Immigrants are one of the best things about this country, but with Congress about to restart the immigration reform debate, they will soon have to be on their best behavior. A lot of American citizens are asking what immigrants are prepared to do for America - in exchange for what immigrants want America to do for them.