[raybbr]

We will continue to work cooperatively to improve security on both sides of the border ... to confront common problems like drug trafficking and crime ... and to reduce illegal immigration.

Still intends to keep the gates open.

[snoringbear]

I just finished watching Bush's speech. I have to say that I was not disappointed. He said about what I thought he would say which was basically nothing. Basically, the NG troops will make dough-nut runs for the border patrol guys and that's about it. However, I watched Newt Gingrich on Tim Russert's Meet The Press yesterday and I like his ideas on the illegal immigrant issue. Also, when asked by Russert about running for prez, newt didn't "completely" rule out the notion. I know the guy has some baggage problems but I kinda think he might have possibilities...