Before the 1920’s there were basically no immigration laws - basically anyone who wanted to come here could. I believe in that. This whole immigration thing is largely a function of the 20th century growth in government intrusion and laws. Conservatives’ ill-advised focus on this with Paul could derail a candidate who is serious about setting this country back on the right footing of less government and taxes and more free enterprise.
The problem is all the freebies federal and state that won’t be repealed any time soon.
An immigration position is going to be an issue whether or not amnesty is passed.
If it is passed it is possible a Steve King Tancredo type candidate could take votes away from Rand. Like with Panama even after the betrayal has happened.
Dear Ignorant,
Before 1920 THERE WAS NO WELFARE STATE. That is why we could afford to let in many immigrants CONTROLLED thru Ellis Island. Get a clue.
Anyone’s focus on Rand Paul as if he’s a conservative would be ill-advised if it weren’t just knee-jerk in the first place. He’s just another paleolib like his father, and has no conservative positions about anything, because he’s a weathervane.