Posted on 11/27/2011 6:51:43 PM PST by TitansAFC
Herman Cain indicated today that he does not agree with Newt Gingrichs position on immigration.
The way I would deal with those that are already here, which has been my stated position: empower the states to deal with the illegals that are already here, not some, big, grandiose, national one size fit-all. I believe that the states should be empowered to deal with the illegals that are already here, Cain said CNNs State of the Union this morning.
In response to whether that meant the states could allow illegal immigrants to be put on a path toward legalization and toward citizenship, Cain answered, It would be up to the states as long as they did not break the federal law.
But when Crowley used the word amnesty, inquiring if that it meant it would be okay if the states granted some sort of amnesty to those who are already living here, Cain vehemently denied he supported amnesty.
Im not saying that at all, he said
Secure the border for real, Cain continued, speaking about what his plan regarding illegal immigrants is. Promote the path to citizenship thats already there, and the path to citizenship thats already there doesnt say anything about amnesty. Thirdly, enforce the laws that are already there, but make it easier for companies to be able to enforce the laws. And fourth, empower the states. Dont give the states any special things to do, just empower them to do within the law what the federal government is not doing.
I wonder if he would support deporting Perry’s “residents” that were able to get instate tuition & GRANT MONEY?
You are too stupid to understand must be in a union.
that is EXACTLY what Cain said.
All of this is just desperation on the Newt supporters part to try and paint Cain as weak on immigration too, when nothing could be further from the truth.
Nice try Newties.
No they are praying for a Hillary/Gingrich 2012 ticket, Bill Clinton never works for free.
“Karma”
LOL! Karma bites back, huh? Oh my and how.
LA RAZA CAIN! How will he get this wad of gum off his shoe?
seems like a good idea, they would all remain in California and New York City and the rest of us could find jobs...
whodat- I didn’t see the video. But, as president, Mr. Cain would clearly have the authority to empower the States to enforce/administer federal immigration law.
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INA ACT 287
g) (1) 1/ Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31, United States Code, the Attorney General may enter into a written agreement with a State, or any political subdivision of a State, pursuant to which an officer or employee of the State or subdivision, who is determined by the Attorney General to be qualified to perform a function of an immigration officer in relation to the investigation, apprehension or detention of aliens in the United States (including the transportation of such aliens across State line s to detention centers), may carry out such function at the expense of the State or political subdivision and to extent consistent with State and local law.
(2) An agreement under this subsection shall require that an officer or employee of a State or political subdivision of a State performing a function under the agreement shall have knowledge of, and adhere to, Federal law ....
At this point in time I don't have a favorite. I am just trying to figure out who sucks least and am ordering an industrial strength gas mask for November 6, 2012.
Are you sure you are from Texas, most places you can walk across the river, but do not step on any of the brown sticks. And you are way out in the bushes if you think 2% perry has a change of winning anything.
Thank you..
Love it!
Biden/Cain is funny.
I win.
Well, Cain will have to follow his own example and let the states deal with it. Isnt that what he said? Since the Texas legislature has decided this issue, Texans will be making those decisions. Im sure Cain couldnt be any happier.
The kiss of death is a tactic. It is not, however, a reality. Puhleeze, you are underestimating FReepers, if you think you can use that tired one here. No one cares whom it is the Marxists “claim” to admire or abhor. It’s old and time’s up.
Don’t be so critical. This is just the seedling of a “BOLD” immigration plan. It needs time to grow. Once it has a catch phrase or slogan it will become boldly viable. Then like his 999 plan, “once you understand it, you’ll demand it.” /sarc/
What the heck??? How do the States have any legal authority to deport any person? THEY DON’T, that is 100% Fed.
Cain is evolved to bagasse. What do they say about dying from 1000 paper cuts?
Just be proud of supporting amnesty. Brag about it, praise it praise Perry and Newt.
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