News
& Commentary
December
13, 2007
As another year comes to end, I am disheartened to inform you that
which you probably already know: namely, that our politicians in
Washington did not have the courage this summer to pass into law
a comprehensive immigration bill which would have begun to alleviate
the immigration mess caused by our currently broken system. The
general consensus now is that this critical issue will not be addressed
again by Congress for another few years, at the very least not until
after a new president is elected and takes office. Despite everything,
I believe in the promise of this country, and that reason will ultimately
triumph over hysteria. Let’s not lose hope for better days
are ahead!
January
15, 2007
Despite having a Republican president & now Democratic congress
who both believe in sensible immigration reform, the truth is that
this year is our last best hope for meaningful changes in immigration
law. Next year, as we all know, will be an election year spent mostly
on blaming the other party for not achieving what they said they
would do. And after the election, who knows what direction the country
will take? As legitimate as the Iraq dilemma is, I fear the more
time we spend on that tragic situation, the less progress will be
made towards immigration reform. Nevertheless, I remain optimistic
that this is our year. It has to be.
May 25, 2006
The Senate passed their version of a comprehensive immigration bill
today. Members of that body will next meet with their colleagues
from the House of Representatives (most likely this summer) trying
to come together on a uniform bill that the President may sign into
law. These negotiations, and a compromise, for that matter, will
not be easy as the Senate bill and House bill are worlds apart.
Many folks think the House bill is too harsh on illegal immigrants
while others feel the new Senate bill is much too lax. Let us keep
our fingers crossed that some type of equitable agreement is reached
soon!
I will keep
you informed of any new developments as they arise. Be sure to check
this page frequently.
