Tuesday, March 20, 2007

McCain Might Rethink Immigration Stand

On a recent campaign trip to Iowa, presidential hopeful, Arizona Senator John McCain stated "Immigration is probably a more powerful issue here than almost anyplace that I’ve been,” Mr. McCain said after a stop in Cedar Falls.

According to the New York Times, the Senator is rethinking his position on immigration.
"As he left Iowa, Mr. McCain said he was reconsidering his views on how the immigration law might be changed. He said he was open to legislation that would require people who came to the United States illegally to return home before applying for citizenship, a measure proposed by Representative Mike Pence, Republican of Indiana. Mr. McCain has previously favored legislation that would allow most illegal immigrants to become citizens without leaving the country."
Senator Brownback also came under attack by Iowans over his position on immigration. The state who plays a large role and historical role on who will be the presidential nominee has seen a large influx of Latinos, who have come work in the state's factories and meat packer plants.

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