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When governor he DID THIS:
Huckabee promotes ‘open door’ policy at LULAC convention
Thursday, Jun 30, 2005
By Wesley Brown
Arkansas News Bureau
LITTLE ROCK - In a impassioned speech before hundreds of influential Hispanic civil rights leaders from across the nation, Gov. Mike Huckabee told a captive audience Wednesday that America is great because it has always opened it doors up to people seeking a better way of life.
“Do unto others as you would have others do unto you,” Huckabee said, citing the Golden Rule. “I have tried to govern that way and it stands to reason that I really do believe that what made this great country so great and so unique is that it has always been a place for people to run to - and not run from.
“I would hope that no matter who we are, or where we are from, that America should always be a place that opens its arms, opens it heart, opens its spirit to people who come because they want the best for their families ...,” Huckabee said as the largely Hispanic audience gave him a standing ovation.
Huckabee was the keynote speaker, along with Tyson Foods Inc. Chairman and CEO John Tyson, at a noon luncheon of the League of United Latin American Citizens, which is holding its 76th annual convention in Little Rock.
About 10,000 political, community and business leaders, along with exhibitors and speakers are in Little Rock attending the convention at the Statehouse Convention Center. The convention started Monday and runs through Saturday.
Although he never actually talked about the U.S. or Arkansas immigration policy, Huckabee made it very clear where he stood on the issue. In his opening remarks, he said the nation will need to address the concerns of the Hispanic community because of its growing influence and population base.
“Pretty soon, Southern white guys like me may be in the minority,” Huckabee said jokingly as the crowd roared in laughter.
He told the LULAC delegates that their presence in the state’s capital city was very important because Arkansas has one of the fastest growing Hispanic populations in the nation.
“Your gathering is so very significant for our state,” Huckabee said. “We are delighted to have you.”
Despite several light moments, Huckabee did not stray away from several controversial issues that made him a target of criticism during the recently ended 85th General Assembly. He said Arkansas needs to make the transition from a traditional Southern state to one that recognizes and cherishes diversity “in culture, in language and in population.”
“This is an issue that is going to require extraordinary efforts on both sides of the border, particularly those coming from Mexico,” Huckabee said of verifying the status of illegal aliens. “But I am confident that our government will recognize that we should accommodate people who wish to provide the best opportunities for their families (and) employers so that we can make sure our economy has the necessary work force.”
During the legislation session, Huckabee criticized an immigration bill by Republican senators Jim Holt of Springdale and Denny Altes of Fort Smith as un-Christian, un-American, irresponsible and anti-life.
Senate Bill 206, which died in the Senate, would have required proof of citizenship to register to vote and also force state agencies to report suspected cases of people living in the country illegally. Holt, R-Springdale, replied later to Huckabee’s comments that Christian charity does not include turning a blind eye to lawbreaking.
The Republican governor, who many believe will run for president in 2008, also backed legislation that would have opened the door for illegal immigrants in Arkansas to receive college scholarships.
House Bill 1525 by Rep. Joyce Elliott, D-Little Rock, was approved by the House but eventually failed in the Senate. Huckabee reiterated Wednesday that he believes every child, regardless of their parent’s immigration status, should have an opportunity to receive an education in the U.S.
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http://www.arkansasnews.com/archive/2005/06/30/News/323746.html
The backslidden Baptist will tell you anything. What he does is entirely different. Back in 2005 the problems were the SAME. Yet he wanted MORE ILLEGALS here and rewarding the children of ILLEGALS with scholarships. This tells kids of ILLEGALS that you will be REWARDED for breaking our laws.
I relish the day when even Mike, has to EXIT the race. He can't possibly win.
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Gee, I wonder what motivated his conversion? /s
I hope the Huckster wins this primary, if only to keep McCain’s feet to the fire. While McCain will be the nominee, he needs to be aware that conservatives cannot and will not be taken for granted.
Norris’ presence seemed as popular as Huckabee’s for the few Laredoans in attendance, as they shook his hand and took photos with him.
anyone wanna bet that if Barack Whose Middle Name Cannot Be Mentioned O’Bama went to laredo and the same number turned out, it would be described as 10’s of thousands??
Gee, wonder why?!?
Huckelberry, I hated you before I hated McCain.
How intergalacticly meaningless. Wadda jerk !!!
What’s the delegate count?
Can Huckabee still pull this thing out and if so how?
Why has Free Republic so quickly pulled Huckabee’s name out of “Popular Keywords” list?
He is a superb gentleman, honest and unlike any other candidate in the race at this time a man of honor.
But then again, he doesn't have to resort ot filthy language so the rinos will never support him for they have garbage mouth mccain.
Ah, illegal immigration. One big issue that would have worked in the Republicans’ favor. McCain has killed that.
“”I come away from this with a better understanding of this,” Huckabee said after touring Border Patrol facilities and later hiking to the edge of the Rio Grande to get a personal view of the terrain.
“But also a sense of urgency that as a country we need to put our resources on border protection rather than waiting until people have gotten past our borders into our country and then creating problems,” Huckabee said. “There’s an old saying: It cost a whole lot more to do it over than it does to do it right. “
Too bad Huck didn’t actually see the border problem before he made some of his gigantic gaffs.