Tuesday, August 2, 2016

The Migration Policy Institute looks at the stark contrast between the Republican and Democratic parties over immigration. The roster of convention speakers further illustrated the gulf between the parties. The Republican convention gave prominent speaking slots to victims of crimes committed by unauthorized immigrants, as well as to Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, who has attracted accolades, controversy, and litigation over his immigration enforcement tactics. The Democratic convention, by contrast, showcased several unauthorized immigrants who have become prominent activists, including some who have benefited from the Obama administration’s deportation-relief policies. Though party platforms are not binding on legislators or the executive branch, they do offer a clear picture of the issues animating the parties’ most vocal constituencies and often represent a roadmap for future legislative agendas.

KJ

https://lawprofessors.typepad.com/immigration/2016/08/democratic-republican-platforms-contrast-sharply-on-immigration-policy.html