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Focus (Forum & Focus)

Jun. 1, 2007

Shortcomings Negate Benefits of Compromise Bill

Forum Column – By David Klehm – The name of the “Secure Borders, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Reform Act of 2007” is a perfect example of Orwellian doublespeak. The bill does not deliver any of the noble goals its name refers to.

FORUM COLUMN

By David Klehm

      First off, let me state that I have not read the entire 326-page Senate bill titled "Secure Borders, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Reform Act of 2007."
      However, I have read the 28-page White House summary of the bill provided to me by a source in Washington, D.C. Additionally, I have read numerous articles from lawyers and lawmakers commenting on the com...

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