Dean: Republicans Owe The American People Leadership On Immigration May 2, 2006 Washington, DC - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement as millions prepared to march peacefully around the country for comprehensive immigration reform: "No matter where you stand on today's peaceful rallies, the core issue remains. America needs comprehensive immigration reform that will strengthen our borders, protect U.S. workers and their wages, and allow hard working immigrants who pay taxes and obey the law the opportunity to apply for the responsibilities of U.S. citizenship. "While parents should keep their children in school, the fact that...