Posted on 01/02/2008 1:51:53 PM PST by SubGeniusX
Republican presidential candidate and Texas Congressman Ron Paul has released a new television advertisement on the topic of immigration that will run in Iowa and New Hampshire.
“This advertisement makes it clear that as president Dr. Paul would oppose amnesty, secure the border, end birthright citizenship, end welfare to illegal aliens, and restore the rule of law,” said Ron Paul 2008 campaign chairman Kent Snyder.
The ad can be viewed here: Ron Paul TV Ad: Immigration
The following is a transcript of the 30 second advertisement:
Narrator: For generations, Lady Liberty welcomed immigrants that came here legally, followed the rules and led productive lives. Today, illegal immigrants violate our borders and overwhelm our hospitals, schools and social services.
Ron Paul wants border security NOW:
Physically secure the border.
No amnesty.
No welfare to illegal aliens.
End birthright citizenship.
No more student visas from terrorist nations.
Standing up for the rule of law… Ron Paul for President.
Congressman Paul: I’m Ron Paul and I approve this message.
GREAT AD!
Jeez. I totally agree with that.
Didn’t he drop out of the race?
I thought his Liberterian views would be for open borders? Has he flip flopped?
Too bad his current rhetoric does not match his record.
Once, a guy came along with great plans for a superhighway and an advanced, affordable automobile. He had plans to revitalize a depressed economy and control illegal immigration.
Oh and he wanted to gas the Jews.
Ron Paul is the same type of politician - he has some great ideas, but the total package is just beyond palatable.
This should have happened 10 years ago.
End birthright citizenship.
How would he go about amending the constitution to wipe out this constitutional right?
Unless I am mistaken and it is not in the constitution that if you are born here you are a citizen.
Too bad he doesn’t have the record to back it up.
Paul has some questionable votes in this area (3 times voted for amnesty for visa over stayers, voted against troops on the border, etc), but let’s look at just a couple of recent ones and you decide WHY he would vote against these measures.
H.Res. 800- a resolution stating that that States should not issue driver’s licenses or other government-issued photo identification to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States.———————— Paul voted NO http://clerk.house.gov/evs/2007/ROLL_100.asp
H.R. 4160- legislation withholding highway funds from those states which issue a driver’s license or identification card to illegal aliens. http://www.opencongress.org/bill/110-h4160/show-——————; Paul did not co sponsor- no final vote yet.
In 1987, he wrote that the United States should not have a national immigration policy and “should welcome everyone who wants to come here and work.”
A couple Items he SPONSORED
107th
H.CON.RES.206 : Recognizing the important relationship between the United States and Mexico.
Sponsor: Rep Paul, Ron [TX-14] (introduced 7/31/2001) Cosponsors (8)
Committees: House International Relations
H. CON. RES. 206
Recognizing the important relationship between the United States and Mexico.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
July 31, 2001
Mr. PAUL (for himself, Mr. BALLENGER, Mr. KOLBE, Mr. BARTON of Texas, Mr. NETHERCUTT, and Mr. DREIER) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on International Relations
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the important relationship between the United States and Mexico.
Whereas the United States and Mexico share a special bilateral friendship matched by few other countries in the world;
Whereas the United States and Mexico are partners joined by geography as well as by a series of government-to-government and private relationships which are of critical importance to both countries;
Whereas the United States and Mexico share concern on a wide range of issues, including trade and immigration, environmental quality, economic development, and regional security and stability; and
Whereas the special relationship between the United States and Mexico is critically important in its own right as well as serving as a linchpin in the relationship between the United States and every nation in Central and South America: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That it is the sense of Congress that it is in keeping with the just interests of the United States that the special nature of the relationship between the United States and Mexico be recognized and further cultivated to the mutual benefit of both countries.
H.CON.RES.277 : Recognizing the important contributions of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Sponsor: Rep Paul, Ron [TX-14] (introduced 11/19/2001) Cosponsors (None)
107th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. CON. RES. 277
Recognizing the important contributions of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
November 19, 2001
Mr. PAUL submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the important contributions of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Whereas the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the United States has had a significant impact among Hispanic businesses, and in the business community in general;
Whereas the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has served in a key support role, not merely as a business group but also as a civic organization working in the Hispanic-American community; and
Whereas the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has helped to bring entrepreneurship to the Hispanic community as well as helping to pool the resources and talents of Hispanic American entrepreneurs: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That it is the sense of Congress that it is important to the promotion of the free market process of the United States, to the future success of Hispanic Americans, and to society at large that the special role of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the United States be recognized and further cultivated to the benefit of all Americans.
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As President he would rewrite the Constitution?
OK, but he'd have to get Congress and the States to amend the Constitution first. You know, since he's such a strict Constitutionalist...
You beat me to it.
Regardless of his kook brained ideas, this idea is certainly what is needed.
Hardly - libertarians (small "l") believe that the Federal government ought to get out of the lives of its citizens. Doesn't mean that the government can't defend its borders - it's one of the most legitimate duties of the government.
Fred has called for ending birthright citizenship as well. Paul has stated that a constitutional amendment would be necessary though, it should be said, that the section of the fourteenth amendment on “subject to the laws thereof” provides an argument for those who do not support an amendment.
Unbelievable. You’re comparing Ron Paul to HITLER?
I suggest that the curious tune in tonight to Larry King and decide for yourself. I found him to be articulate, rational, soft spoken, and deeply principled.
And before the first of you starts casting stones, be prepared to explain the cynical flip flopping of the other candidates on the issues that matter to conservatives.
“This advertisement makes it clear that as president Dr. Paul would oppose amnesty, secure the border, end birthright citizenship, end welfare to illegal aliens, and restore the rule of law,” said Ron Paul 2008 campaign chairman Kent Snyder.
“OK, but he’d have to get Congress and the States to amend the Constitution first. You know, since he’s such a strict Constitutionalist...”
Yes, that’s how he proposes to do it:
http://www.lewrockwell.com/paul/paul346.html
I’d like to see an amendment to make clear that those whose parents are here illegaly cannot themselves be born citizens.
I am not talking about illegals, I am talking about babies born here.
If you are born here, are you not a citizen?
Have I misunderstood your post to mr? Could be, have ahead cold.
Actually, I take that back.
From Amendment XIV, Section 1:
All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside. [emphasis mine]
Since invaders aren't subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, their children shouldn't automatically gain citizenship.
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