The fact of the matter is that this nativist position “true conservatives” embrace is a loser politically.
Sorry mishu, saying it doesn’t make it true. Let’s take a look at the poll numbers on last fall’s immigration bill:
- 23% of voters supported the Senate bill
- 50% of voters are opposed
- If the current bill passes, 69% of voters say that it will “still be necessary to pass another law that focuses on securing the borders and reducing illegal immigration.”
- The perceived need for further legislation is felt by 78% of Republicans, 63% of Democrats, and 66% of those not affiliated with either major political party. Only 11% of all voters say that additional legislation will not be needed.
- Seventy-two percent (72%) of voters believe it is Very Important for “the government to improve its enforcement of the borders and reduce illegal immigration.”
- Among those who favor enforcement-first policies, 59% also favor a national policy goal that welcomes all immigrants except national security threats, criminals, and those who would come here to live off the U.S. welfare system.
