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05-22-2007, 02:19 AM #1
Hutchison & Cornyn: We shouldn't rush: Let's do immigrat
May 21, 2007, 8:06PM
We shouldn't rush: Let's do immigration reform right
Negotiated in private, bill deserves a full public airing
By U.S. SENS. KAY BAILEY HUTCHISON and JOHN CORNYN
Copyright 2007 Houston Chronicle
As your U.S. senators, we have been heavily involved in the congressional debate on immigration reform for several years. We have taken a leadership role on this issue because we represent a state that uniquely benefits from the contributions of legal immigrants, but is also uniquely vulnerable to the dangers of illegal immigration. Throughout this process, our principles have been clear and consistent: We must secure our borders, and we cannot encourage illegal behavior through amnesty.
Last week, the Bush administration, along with a small group of senators, announced a compromise immigration bill that would take a necessary first step in improving border security. We did not join in the announcement. While our efforts had a positive influence, we were not convinced the announced proposal guarantees repair of our current broken system. We are particularly concerned that we may be repeating the mistakes of the failed 1986 national amnesty.
As of late Friday, the actual text of the "grand compromise" had not yet been published. Major questions remain about details of the plan, and how it would work. We believe the bill, which was negotiated privately, deserves a full public airing before it's considered.
The bill promises some long-term positive changes, including significant border security measures, an end to chain migration and a switch to green card distribution based on merit.
But many problems have not been satisfactorily addressed. For example, we must make certain that convicted criminals are not eligible for any legalization, and if these individuals attempt to stay here, that they are arrested and promptly deported.
We must ensure that only those who have played by the rules and not those engaged in identity theft receive Social Security benefits. This proposal would enable illegal immigrants to collect Social Security benefits for the time they were unlawfully in our country. At a time when we are already facing major shortfalls in our ability to pay benefits for future retirees, this represents an unfair burden on the American taxpayer. We must end the rampant document fraud that plagues our workplaces today, and do it in a way that is legally enforceable.
Some of our colleagues, sensing the fragile nature of the proposed compromise, want to rush it through the Congress immediately. This would be a major mistake. It is too important and too complicated to rush. The legislation requires extended Senate debate, with full opportunity for public input and criticism, and an open process for amendments to strengthen its provisions.
In 1986, the Congress approved a similar compromise plan that, in return for amnesty for most immigrants here illegally, promised an end to porous borders and disregard for our laws. Those promises were not honored. The amnesty legislation instead actually encouraged further disrespect for our laws, and led directly to the situation we face today.
As the bill reaches the Senate floor this week, our goal will be restoring the integrity of our borders, providing guest workers with opportunity, not amnesty, and preserving our Social Security for all who legally qualify. Our contributions to the debate will continue to be positive and constructive.
Our country needs immigration reform. We must ensure that it's done, and done correctly.
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05-22-2007, 03:02 AM #2
You two are not fooling me...I will be watching ...prove me wrong please
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05-22-2007, 07:26 AM #3providing guest workers with opportunity, not amnestyTIME'S UP!
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Why should <u>only</u> AMERICAN CITIZENS and LEGAL immigrants, have to obey the law?!
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05-22-2007, 09:41 AM #4
Their liars its to hard to tell yet just what it means!!
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05-22-2007, 10:52 AM #5
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Originally Posted by redbadger
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05-22-2007, 12:09 PM #6
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as i stated last friday.
mr cornyn said he was unhappy with the things he read in regard to this bill. then he said however, mrs hutchinson and myself are wokring to add amandments to the bill that we like and can vote FOR
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05-22-2007, 12:16 PM #7
we like
I did not hear.... we the peopleNever look at another flag. Remember, that behind Government, there is your country, and that you belong to her as you do belong to your own mother. Stand by her as you would stand by your own mother
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05-22-2007, 03:53 PM #8
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As has been said by SO many talking head radio hosts, the people do not trust these people anymore. I'd love to believe Cornyn and Hutchison, but historically they've been pro-illegal, pro-amnesty, pro-do nuthin'.
I hope the TX GOP can find a worthy opponent to run against Cornyn. The problem is, they won't. None of the US Congressmen will run, nor will any of the state Republican Reps or Sens.
Freaking Good Ol' Boy apathy!!!THE POOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT IN MY AVATAR CROSSED OVER THE WRONG BORDER FENCE!!!
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