If you listened to the 1980 Debate video, you’d hear him talk about LEGAL entry. Yes, work permits, but PAYING TAXES, and pathways for permanent visas or citizen ship under government scrutiny and control.
While he did actually say “open borders” it was not in the context of willy-nilly unchecked traffic of anybody. And, yes, there are indeed some rose colored glasses here.
If it’s Reagan’s fault it was in believing Congress and Deep State actually love this country and would keep their word. I still maintain it was the Democrats and the control they’ve had through the Senate/House/Deep State have only recognized the ‘amnesty’ part of that bill and said to hell with the rest of it.
Never trust a Democrat on anything. You can see first hand how they are. Even Feinstein’s heirs are fighting over her $100 Million plus fortune and G6 jet like a bunch of jackals.
“While he did actually say “open borders” it was not in the context of willy-nilly unchecked traffic of anybody. “
Keep coping.
That’s exactly what he said.
He’s saying open the border and allow anyone to cross legally.
Open borders and no fence.
That’s open borders.