The Republicans should give them the issue of illegal immigration they obviously want for the mid term elections. They've refused all other offers to settle this issue. Republicans have offered a path to citizenship for Dreamers, increased numbers, pretty much all the Left asked for. What did the Left offer in "compromise"?
Zero. Zippo...Zilch...Nada.
OK...so they obviously don't want to settle the immigration problem, they want the issue right? So, Republicans should compromise and give it to them! Take the positions of their leadership (Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer) who don't want any tougher enforcement along the border and no Families detained...essentially open borders for all who want to come in. Democrats think that position will get them a big win in November...so let 'em have it!
Republicans should counter with asking voters for veto proof filibuster proof majorities in BOTH houses to pass tough border enforcement and limits on immigrants based on merit. Take that message to the voters as opposed to the Democrat message and let the voters decide.
Zero. Zippo...Zilch...Nada.
OK...so they obviously don't want to settle the immigration problem, they want the issue right? So, Republicans should compromise and give it to them! Take the positions of their leadership (Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer) who don't want any tougher enforcement along the border and no Families detained...essentially open borders for all who want to come in. Democrats think that position will get them a big win in November...so let 'em have it!
Republicans should counter with asking voters for veto proof filibuster proof majorities in BOTH houses to pass tough border enforcement and limits on immigrants based on merit. Take that message to the voters as opposed to the Democrat message and let the voters decide.