Congressman David Price (D-NC) and Chair of the DHS Appropriations Subcommittee spoke at length about his views on what must happen to protect the homeland, and specifically he mentioned how immigration reform should be viewed (through what lens) and what priorities he feels should be set for immigration reform. A must read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges in passing immigration reform and why immigration reform efforts have stalled.
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money quote: “Whatever the rationale, the next Administration must make immigration reform a higher priority and pursue it more effectively. Such reform will strengthen our economy, reaffirm the rule of law, and enhance homeland security, allowing DHS to focus more effectively on that small percentage of illegal immigrants that has the capacity and the intent to commit crimes and do us harm.â€