Why do criminals *ever* accept plea bargains?
They accept such deals because they think it is to their advantage, that they are getting something (i.e. treatment) that they otherwise wouldn't get.
If you think that they *won't* accept Bush's deal, then what you are essentially saying is that Bush hasn't sweetened the pot enough for them...that Bush should give them more.
On the other hand, I suspect that Bush has offered them enough. They'll go for his plea bargain as it stands.
Plead guilty, we'll recommend life without parole or else we're going for the death penalty.
With this proposal, what's the alternative threat ?? We'll deport you, throw you in jail, prosecute you ??
With this "plea bargain," as you characterize it, there is no threat.
The proposal is, please register or we'll do what we've been doing - nothing.
Or, in truth, instead of a plea bargain - its legal sanctuary with a reward.
Please register, and we'll reward you with a three year work permit and social security eligibility.
Instead of a carrot or a stick methodology, this is a carrot or a carrot approach, there is no stick to back it up.