Colorado Congressman [Rep. Tancredo] Calls Miami a 'Third World' Country'

Miami Herald ^ | 11/28/06 | Lesley Clark

[No.6]

This is what I was afraid of -- having lost the chance to actually affect the immigration bill with the House passing to Dim-RAT control, Tom has now chosen the path of demagogery.

This ensures that the pro-enforcement side is irreparably bound up in people's minds as some sort of frothing racist position, which *shouldn't* happen but will if this sort of thing keeps up.

Unfortunately, I predict a bill to be passed and signed in '07 that will make us wistful for the Bush-style plan; and I expect that when it happens it will be backed with popular support, because the side that's actually *right* will have demagogued itself into the margins.

This will do wonders for Tom personally; he can be a 'firebrand' and sell books and get re-elected, but it'll also mean the ->cause<- of stopping illegal immigration will fail.

First rule of politics: the losing side determines nothing. We don't want to be like the Dims who will say anything to win, and we don't have to, because our ideas are right -- but we won't win by emulating a Dean scream, either.

[Bushite]

Wrong. it was Broward County. A Dem Stronghold.

[Dane]

I seem to remember that it was Miami-Dade county that had the most trouble with hanging chads.

Uh no , that would be Palm Beach County.

Anyway tancredo is a loud mouthed idiot, and I'm glad that many on FR are coming to that realiaztaion.

[WatchingInAmazement]

When you look across the Rio Grande, though, it really brings home the misery that the Mexicans are fleeing. Unfortunately, they are also bringing misery to the US.

You don't have to look across the river, the third world has been here for some time.

Among the border states, Texas has the largest number of colonias approximately 1,800 communities, with more than 500,000 residents. Sixty-five percent of all residents, and 85% of residents under the age of 18, were born in the United States. (aka Anchor babies) These Americans live in extreme poverty and often are unaware of the services that the United States and Texas can provide for them. Education is a key to addressing the problems faced by colonia residents, but reaching out to these communities poses unique challenges that require unique approaches.

Ninety-eight percent of the residents are Hispanic and speak little or no English.

(see photos - http://www-apps.niehs.nih.gov/outreach-education/News/spotarch/spot0503.cfm)

[Long Island Pete]

Well, Third World might be a little strong, but it sure doesnt look like America.

[GWB00]

Being a resident of Miami, I can see how an outsider can view Miami as a third world. I headquarter our Latin American group from Miami and travel weekly to South and Central America. THESE PLACES ARE THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES.

Just like we have changed the meaning of poverty and poor in this country we have changed the meaning of regional conditions.

Being a native of Southern California, I have found Miami to be so much more dynamic and vibrant. It is much more libertarian than Victorian California.

[Dane]

This is what I was afraid of -- having lost the chance to actually affect the immigration bill with the House passing to Dim-RAT control, Tom has now chosen the path of demagogery. This ensures that the pro-enforcement side is irreparably bound up in people's minds as some sort of frothing racist position, which *shouldn't* happen but will if this sort of thing keeps up. Unfortunately, I predict a bill to be passed and signed in '07 that will make us wistful for the Bush-style plan; and I expect that when it happens it will be backed with popular support, because the side that's actually *right* will have demagogued itself into the margins. This will do wonders for Tom personally; he can be a 'firebrand' and sell books and get re-elected, but it'll also mean the ->cause<- of stopping illegal immigration will fail. First rule of politics: the losing side determines nothing. We don't want to be like the Dims who will say anything to win, and we don't have to, because our ideas are right -- but we won't win by emulating a Dean scream, either.

Huh some on FR have been saying that for years, but were derided as OBL'ers.

[The Bronze Titan]

I just lost all respect for this individual. I agree with tightning the immigration into this country, and we should put up a fence accross the entire southwest border.

But this Tancredo dude is nothing but a flat out bigot! He's completely off my list for any support from my end.

[janetgreen]

Tancredo does not have the sense to limit his TRUTH TELLING.

A politician who actually tells the truth! A brand-new concept for America, badly needed in this recent deceitful political climate.

He'll get my vote if he runs.

[Paradox]

oh what the hell....I went to college at the U of Miami from '75 to '81. Lived in Coconut Grove, Miami,Ft Lauderdale etc and the Cubans from Miami are flat out AWESOME . I mean awesome. They are truth tellers,reverent and believe in the great ole US of A. Til my grave,I'm greatful for my Cuban neighbors and their wise offered "hands up" to me as a punk growing up.

This bears repeating, the Cubans down here are CONSERVATIVE, and vote Republican. Sorry, but Tancredo is an idiot for popping off like this. He should have some handlers.

[antisocial]

United States Representative
District: 17
County Kendrick B. Meek
(DEM) Eric Simpson
(WRI)
Broward 22,651 11
Miami-Dade 68,012 12
Total 90,663 23
% Votes 100.0% 0.0%

[colorado tanker]

This guy is not ready for prime time. I doubt he could win a statewide race in Colorado. This shows he darn sure couldn't win a nationwide race - Republicans don't win these days without Florida.

[antisocial]

"Uh no , that would be Palm Beach County. "

Also Miami -Dade see post #51 This supposedly Republican county elected a Dem Representative.

[antisocial]

Who is your congressman?

[linda_22003]

I seem to recall some people making very similar comments about YOUR city.

[Bushite]

Kendrick meek is in as safe a district as there is.

and a district that has East Miramar which is heavily black.


Post the results from lehtinin, and both Diaz-Balarts who happen to actually have Dade county districts.

[mewzilla]

Did the paper have a cow when Charlie Rangel insulted Mississippi?

Just curious.

[antisocial]

If They vote conservative dowm there why did they elect a Dem US Representative?

[junta]

I think she forgot her "sarcasm" tag.

[RightWhale]

What percentage of real estate property in Miami can be classified as shantytown?