Thread: Hispanic group convenes in Sensenbrenner's backyard

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Posted on Mon, Jun. 26, 2006

Hispanic group convenes in Sensenbrenner's backyard

EMILY FREDRIX
Associated Press

MILWAUKEE - The nation's oldest Hispanic rights group scheduled numerous speakers - both Democrat and Republican - for its annual convention, but one sought-after name is missing from the agenda.

The League of United Latin American Citizens says it wants to hear from U.S. Rep. James Sensenbrennner on why he proposed a bill that would make it a felony to be in the U.S. illegally and, among other things, build a 700-mile fence along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Sensenbrenner, the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, has not accepted any of its invitations, says the group, which this week is holding its annual convention in Milwaukee, the Republican's backyard.

More than 10,000 people are expected at the convention, which begins Monday evening and wraps up Saturday. The week's programs include sessions on immigration, Hispanics and business, and health care.

Speakers include House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., Ken Mehlman, chairman of the Republican National Committee, and Howard Dean, chairman of the Democratic National Committee.

Sensenbrenner told representatives of the group that he has votes scheduled in Washington through Friday and constituent business on Saturday, said Jeff Lungren, a spokesman for Sensenbrenner and the House Judiciary Committee.

"Therefore, when deciding between serving the constituents that elected him or giving a speech to a special-interest group, U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner will choose his constituents every time," Lungren said.

LULAC has been using the proximity of its convention to the home district of Sensenbrenner, nearby Menomonee Falls, to call attention to his proposals. On Sunday night, about five members of the group, including the executive director, attended a town hall meeting held by Sensenbrenner in the Milwaukee suburb of Thiensville, said Gabriela Lemus, director of policy and legislation for LULAC.

She said Sensenbrenner, like several other lawmakers associated with the measure, changed topics when asked by LULAC members about his immigration proposals.

Lemus said the selection of Milwaukee for the convention had nothing to do with Sensenbrenner. The group last held a national convention in Milwaukee decades ago, she said.

LULAC National President Hector Flores said Sensenbrenner needs to allow more voices into the debate to help solve the nation's immigration system.

"If U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner were serious about addressing the issue of comprehensive immigration reform, he would draft policy that attempts to address the root of the problem, which is a broken immigration system that is so outdated and unworkable, it encourages illegal immigration," Flores said in a news release.

Both the House and Senate have passed immigration bills. The House version, with Sensenbrenner as a main sponsor, focused on enforcement. A measure passed by the Senate would provide the opportunity for some illegal immigrants to gain legal status. House Republican leaders this week are holding hearings on immigration. They hope by the end of the year to send a border security bill to President Bush.

Lemus said, if anything, LULAC should thank Sensenbrenner for helping mobilize the movement and bring unity to the various Hispanic groups.

Groups like LULAC and National Council of La Raza - which holds its convention in a few weeks in Los Angeles - can advance the movement by building on the momentum from earlier marches, which saw more than a million people participate throughout the country, said Marcelo Suarez-Orozco, director of immigration studies at New York University.

"Immigration for our country today is too serious an issue to leave it to politicians," Suarez-Orozco said. "We really need, as citizens of our country, to engage our voice in this topic."

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League of Latin American Citizens: http://www.lulac.org

The email I just sent Sensenbrenner.

We, The Americans ask you to do not let these groups of people try to intimidate you on how you vote. We support you!
The League of United Latin American Citizens and LULAC and National Council of La Raza have hidden agendas, that is what the majority of Americans believe. Americans are fed up with paying for illegals healthcare,education and food stamps.

I did not write this below but it is going around the internet and I like it!

To: President Bush and Members of the US Congress


Each of you has taken an oath to uphold the US Constitution, and to defend America against all enemies, foreign and domestic.

Your authority to govern We the People is contingent on fulfilling that solemn oath. You serve at the will of We the People; you have no other claim to power.

The American people intend to hold each of you responsible for meeting the conditions of your oath of office.

Mexico is obviously a foreign nation. Mexico is also a third-world, socialist nation, which because of corruption, greed, and incompetence, is unable to feed, educate, and provide minimal health care to its citizens.

Rather than reforming the political and economic policies that make Mexico a failure, the elitist socialists that govern Mexico have decided to "redistribute" America's wealth to 20 million peasants who have invaded America across the Mexican border.

Mexico's outrageous disregard for American borders and immigration law clearly makes that nation a "foreign enemy." The unlawful invasion by Mexican citizens, encouraged by the Mexican government, results in great harm to America's homeland security, economic and cultural stability, and the rule of law.

Again: Mexico is an ENEMY OF THE UNITED STATES. Immediate action must be taken to protect the American people from the undeclared war being waged against our interests by Mexico.

The single greatest priority in defending America is to secure the borders. If that means positioning 100,000 or so troops at the border, then so be it.

America must defend its borders against foreign invasion, including use of force if necessary.

Some immigration reform proposals in congress entertain the notion of "amnesty," called guest worker in Washington. All such proposals are unacceptable because they would simply encourage even more illegal aliens to invade America. We must not reward criminal behavior with unwise amnesty programs!

If illegal aliens are uncomfortable about living in the US as second-class citizens in the shadows, THAT IS NOT AMERICA'S CONCERN! They are here illegally and should not be made to feel good about themselves---they are criminals! They have the option and the obligation to go back to Mexico.

Bottom line: Secure our borders NOW, deport those here illegally NOW, and enforce all immigration laws NOW.

Or, start looking for new work!

Originally Posted by Brian503a

http://www.duluthsuperior.com/mld/duluthsuperior/news/politics/14906565.htm

Posted on Mon, Jun. 26, 2006

Hispanic group convenes in Sensenbrenner's backyard

EMILY FREDRIX
Associated Press

MILWAUKEE - The nation's oldest Hispanic rights group scheduled numerous speakers - both Democrat and Republican - for its annual convention, but one sought-after name is missing from the agenda.

The League of United Latin American Citizens says it wants to hear from U.S. Rep. James Sensenbrennner on why he proposed a bill that would make it a felony to be in the U.S. illegally and, among other things, build a 700-mile fence along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Sensenbrenner, the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, has not accepted any of its invitations, says the group, which this week is holding its annual convention in Milwaukee, the Republican's backyard.

More than 10,000 people are expected at the convention, which begins Monday evening and wraps up Saturday. The week's programs include sessions on immigration, Hispanics and business, and health care.

Speakers include House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., Ken Mehlman, chairman of the Republican National Committee, and Howard Dean, chairman of the Democratic National Committee.

Sensenbrenner told representatives of the group that he has votes scheduled in Washington through Friday and constituent business on Saturday, said Jeff Lungren, a spokesman for Sensenbrenner and the House Judiciary Committee.

"Therefore, when deciding between serving the constituents that elected him or giving a speech to a special-interest group, U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner will choose his constituents every time," Lungren said.

LULAC has been using the proximity of its convention to the home district of Sensenbrenner, nearby Menomonee Falls, to call attention to his proposals. On Sunday night, about five members of the group, including the executive director, attended a town hall meeting held by Sensenbrenner in the Milwaukee suburb of Thiensville, said Gabriela Lemus, director of policy and legislation for LULAC.

She said Sensenbrenner, like several other lawmakers associated with the measure, changed topics when asked by LULAC members about his immigration proposals.

Lemus said the selection of Milwaukee for the convention had nothing to do with Sensenbrenner. The group last held a national convention in Milwaukee decades ago, she said.

LULAC National President Hector Flores said Sensenbrenner needs to allow more voices into the debate to help solve the nation's immigration system.

"If U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner were serious about addressing the issue of comprehensive immigration reform, he would draft policy that attempts to address the root of the problem, which is a broken immigration system that is so outdated and unworkable, it encourages illegal immigration," Flores said in a news release.

Both the House and Senate have passed immigration bills. The House version, with Sensenbrenner as a main sponsor, focused on enforcement. A measure passed by the Senate would provide the opportunity for some illegal immigrants to gain legal status. House Republican leaders this week are holding hearings on immigration. They hope by the end of the year to send a border security bill to President Bush.

Lemus said, if anything, LULAC should thank Sensenbrenner for helping mobilize the movement and bring unity to the various Hispanic groups.

Groups like LULAC and National Council of La Raza - which holds its convention in a few weeks in Los Angeles - can advance the movement by building on the momentum from earlier marches, which saw more than a million people participate throughout the country, said Marcelo Suarez-Orozco, director of immigration studies at New York University.

"Immigration for our country today is too serious an issue to leave it to politicians," Suarez-Orozco said. "We really need, as citizens of our country, to engage our voice in this topic."

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League of Latin American Citizens: http://www.lulac.org

They are talking about "immigrants" which is fine, but the politicians have every right to decide what to to about ILLEGAL immigrants without the help of LaRaza, Mecha or any group that wishes to abet law breaking individuals. In fact aren't their laws against aiding and abetting? Perhaps it is time to use them?

EXACTLY, Retired 1.

Do they THINK they're going to intimidate Congressman Sensenbrenner into NOT DOING HIS JOB AND BACKING OFF FROM HIS RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ??

They're in for American Lesson 101:

OUTSTANDING AMERICAN LEADERS WHO WILL NOT BE BOUGHT OUT OR INTIMIDATED.

They are talking about "immigrants" which is fine

The word "immigrants" by their definition encompasses all immigrants, which incluses the illegal variety!

National Council of La Raza

Do an internet search for La Raza Unida 1965 you'll find out right fast what the agenda is.

Too bad our congress and our corporations don't do their research.