Here in Los Angeles, if the media referred to "illegal aliens," they wouldn't be able to handle the hate mail and phone calls.
Self preservation.
I'm not counting Chris Simcox out yet...the backstory on this is long and convoluted and he did boot out a few thugs himself. The last thing we need is letting the FROBLs divide and conquer those who oppose them. Simcox, to me, has always come across as a straight up fellow whose primary agenda was to stop illegal immigration. If these recent allegations that he's using the fence project to enrich himself prove true have at him. Until then don't sentence him before a hearing.
Personally, I've supported Gilchrist because of his excellent record and touring the nation to drum up support.