A new wave of policy talk on immigration
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Here’s a roundup of recent policy proposals and changes in the immigration system. The Obama administration had promised to restart the policy discussion, and advocacy groups are gladly taking up the invitation.
The White House immigration “summit” with members of Congress, scheduled for Monday, is being put off until June 17, Dow Jones reports. The president returns from his overseas trip late Sunday.
Meanwhile, hundreds of organizations around the country are taking part in the launch of a Reform Immigration for America campaign, with its own summit under way in D.C.
Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., is proposing to allow for sponsorship of same-sex partners in the family-based immigration process. Rep. Mike Honda of California is proposing a similar measure. The bills are already creating a divide with advocates from religious communities.
Cuba has agreed to talk with U.S. officials about immigration, though no major changes are expected.
A new survey finds strong support for comprehensive reform, and among the reasons is that more illegal immigrants would become taxpayers. Half of respondents said the aspect of illegal immigration that concerns them the most is the use of services without paying taxes. The details are posted here.
The Obama administration reversed an order limiting the ability to fight a deportation case based on a claim of shoddy legal representation. It is expected to delay again a rule requiring federal contractors to use E-Verify. A lawsuit is challenging the rule.
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Recent news headlines from http://www.LongIslandWins.com: – Obama Sets Immigration Reform Event: After original date set to address immigration reform slips by President Obama invites Congressional leaders to the White House next week to begin policy discussion on immigration reform priorities.
TRANSLATION: Obama’s Mass Amnesty for 30 Million illegal aliens is unpopular and difficult to sell in a deep Recession. – Sotomayor and immigration: The nomination of the first Latino judge to the highest court in the land is a huge victory for Latino advocates but will not distract from the need for comprehensive immigration reform.
TRANSLATION: A Far-Left, Racist Judge and member of an Ethnic-Extremist group on the Supreme Court can’t deliver Mass Amnesty for 30 Million illegal aliens. – Reflections on Town of Oyster Bay’s Proposed Ordinance Prohibiting Solicitation from Streets and Sidewalks: Town of Oyster Bay is considering anti-solicitation ordinance intended to curb hiring of day laborers but its actual effect is the infringement of the civil liberties of all town residents.
TRANSLATION: Any attempt by local governments to curb the impact of illegal immigration will be attacked, and we believe that illegal aliens have the same or more rights than American Citizens! – Levy Looking to run for statewide office: Suffolk County Executive exploring options for higher office but will his stance on immigration policy, his signature issue, block his career aspirations?
TRANSLATION: Pro-illegal alien advocates fear Steve Levy, and for good reason.
They know that opposition to illegal immigration is wildly popular among New York voters. They know that over 70% of New Yorkers opposed former Gov. Spitzer’s failed scheme to grant Driver Licenses to illegals in 2007. – Children: One in Five are Latino: Latinos continue to make up a growing percentage of the population making their votes more coveted and their voices more influential.
TRANSLATION: If you are an elected official, you had better pander to so called “Latinos” since they are taking over. – Poll Shows that Nearly 2 out of 3 Support Legalizing Undocumented: Public support and momentum for immigration reform continues to grow. Recent data shows that 63% of Americans support a pathway towards legal status for undocumented immigrants.
TRANSLATION: A tiny group (only 1,000 adults) were subjected to a push-poll by a left-wing newspaper. The polling questions were designed to generate misunderstanding and sympathy for illegal aliens so open borders advocates can claim that the American public supports Mob Rule. – Guest Worker Programs Hurt American Workers: Drum Major Institute’s Cristina Jimenez examines a point of contention between unions and businesses in the negotiations for comprehensive immigration reform, the guest worker program.
TRANSLATION: Pro-illegal alien advocates will accept nothing less than full citizenship for illegal aliens residing here, and they see a true Guest Worker program as a threat since the workers would be required to retun home at the end of their employment period.re’s a collection of similar articles, like this one with the ‘translations’ provided:
Translation: Just get the hell out. We are tired of being raped by illegals as out towns turn into garbage dumps.
“our” not “out” typo.