What's the difference now? They have nothing to fear as it is. The illegal gets to drive, pull in a paycheck, suck down gov't benefits and speak Spanglish, all with impunity. He gets to vote Democratic, thanks to Motor-Voter, and commit any number of heinous crimes with little risk.
The only benefit they don't have yet is the Federal Government ceding them a couple of Southwestern States. Gingrich won't do that, but Obama just might.
This battle front is still open.It ain’t over yet. Cannot handle Gingrich the schemer on immigration...makes me sick!!! Will not vote for him or Romney.