Perry advocates the strongest border control, too. The reason that Perry does not support a fence in Texas (except in cities) is because the border runs through the middle of the Rio Grande in many areas and Texas cannot afford to lose a valuable source of water.
When you are pandering to get votes, you can say and rationalize anything. The states that have the welcome mats out get more illegals. When you reward something you get more of it.
Very good posts from you two ladies!