He still signed amnesty and was a conservative and probably one of the 20th century greatest presidents
That argument is not a very good one. First Reagan said it was a huge mistake. Instead of the 1 million estimated we got 3 million and illegals flooded the country hoping to get the amnesty. Also the 86 deals was suppose to be a "One time and one time only" amnesty. But the promised enforcement never happened so now we have 25 or 30 million illegals here. The 86 deal is why we have the problem that we have today.
At least Paul puts border enforcement at the front end, Rubio and the gang of 8 put legalization on the front end and promise enforcement later. Been there done that and I ain't falling for that again. Once the border is secure and the current laws are being enforced then maybe we can talk about what to do with the illegals that have "put down roots". As I see it that is the jest of Paul plan.