If you are going to mention only one issue, I’d avoid illegal immigration. Even if you have a specific difference with Mr. Rubio on something that he has said, mentioning only that issue to a candidate of Hispanic background could be spun the wrong way. Furthermore, while illegal immigration is still an important issue, Americans are generally more concerned about other things right now. I’d drop that whole phrase.
I absolutely agree that immigration is only one of many important issues facing Florida and our Nation at this time. I did not have the space to include them all in our Debate Challenge letter to Rubio.
But please do visit my website for extended comments on a number of our other pressing problems. (www.senatebill.us/)
Thanks for your interest,
Bill.