Proof: Democrats Putting Americans Last
How on earth did he think this was okay to say?
In a recent exchange on MSNBC, Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut expressed his concerns regarding the Democratic Party’s approach to border legislation, particularly its failure to prioritize the needs of undocumented individuals, whom he referred to as “undocumented Americans.” When questioned by MSNBC host Chris Hayes about the party’s shift away from advocating for a pathway to citizenship in border negotiations, Murphy acknowledged the historical failure of this strategy, spanning over two decades.
Highlighting the evolving dynamics at the border, Murphy emphasized the significant increase in asylum applications compared to previous years. He underscored the necessity for Democrats to adapt to the changing landscape and address the concerns of the broader populace regarding border security and immigration.
While recognizing the inclusion of certain provisions aimed at enhancing migrant rights in the proposed bill, such as the right to legal representation and expanded visa opportunities, Murphy admitted the absence of a direct pathway to citizenship. Despite these efforts, he lamented the inevitable gridlock caused by Republican resistance to comprehensive border legislation.
When pressed by Hayes about his stance on the bill and its potential impact on the border situation, Murphy emphasized the global ramifications of migration policies, suggesting that failure to address border issues could undermine support for legal immigration pathways. He argued that bipartisan progress on border reform was imperative to garnering support for initiatives benefiting undocumented individuals.
However, Republican senators swiftly criticized the proposed legislation, asserting that it would fail to resolve the ongoing border crisis and could exacerbate the situation. Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas raised concerns about the bill granting unprecedented authority to the Secretary of Homeland Security to grant asylum without judicial review, labeling it a potential avenue for amnesty. Similarly, Senator Mike Braun of Indiana dismissed the bill as another inadequate response to the Biden administration’s handling of the border crisis.
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Holy shlit!
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Senator Chris Murphy (D): "The people we care about most, the undocumented"
He then admits that their strategy for over 30 years has been to make them citizens
This needs to be blasted on every screen pic.twitter.com/FPSE4go6Vd
