Hi Gang:
I was just sent a link to a You Tube video of GOP candidate Rick Perry staking out his position on immigration enforcement in absolutely crystal clear words that leave no room for interpretation or ambiguity.
The news is not good!
If Perry wins the nomination of the Republican Party the differences between Perry and Obama on immigration and border-related issues will apparently be all but nonexistent! Once again the citizens of our nation will have to decide on two extremely bad choices! You could say that it will be a case of “Heads- they win, Tails, we lose!”
Here is the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwD84nKA5y0
You can watch him actually make the point that a border fence is nonsense and would only lead to the sale of more ladders! He made the absolutely false claim that we have the technology to implement a guest worker program and determine the true identities of those who would participate, claiming that we need to bring people together and not drive a wedge between people! This continues the myth (lie) that the enforcement of the immigration laws are about race.
In point of fact, the immigration laws have absolutely nothing to do with race, religion or ethnicity and only distinguish citizens from non-citizens (aliens)!
He has made it clear that he opposes states passing their own immigration laws, as did Arizona, and a growing list of other states!
The reporter claimed that Governor Perry advocated for the implementation of Comprehensive Immigration Reform, and she said that it was surprising that Perry was taking a “moderate” position that was similar to the position taken by most Democrats
There is nothing “moderate” about inviting more workers into our country especially when there are record numbers of American citizens and lawful immigrants of all races, religions and ethnicities who are out of work, and losing their homes to foreclosure, and their thin sliver of the American Dream, by being unable to support themselves, and their families. What is described as “moderate” is really outrageous! After you watch the You Tube video of Rick Perry, you should watch the video of Obama chiding Americans who want our nation’s borders made secure, against illegal entry, and ask yourself if there is any real difference between Obama and Perry.
Here is link to a You Tube video of President Obama addressing border security on May 10th of this year, when he went to El Paso, Texas to once again, push for “Comprehensive Immigration Reform.”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAOEInEzpec
The title for this segment was:
‘Alligators in the Moat’: Obama Mocks Concerns About Border Security
The point that the reporters will not discuss, or ask, is how it makes a whit of sense to provide opportunities for still more foreign workers to enter our country, and take jobs that our own citizens desperately want and need?
Here is a link to an ABC News Video that focuses on how pervasive poverty and hunger is among citizens, of our nation today. Please take the time to watch this compelling and quite extensive video that follows:
The point is that there is an unbelievable disconnect between reality, and the many ways in which failures to secure our nation’s borders, and enforce our nation’s immigration laws, from within the interior of the United States. When there are long lines of people standing in line in search of a job, any job, it makes absolutely no sense to add more people to those lines, that literally and figuratively, already stretch to the horizon, yet this is precisely what Governor Perry is calling for.
Rick Perry makes all sorts of claims that are not based on truth or reality ,but, I suspect, he believes will play well for segments of voters, and campaign contributors. Doting reporters who refer to the lunacy he advocates as being “moderate”, never take the time to ask how it makes sense to encourage still more foreign workers to come to the United States, when so many millions of American citizens and their children are living in poverty, right here in America!
No one challenges him about his claim that technology exists to determine who millions of guest workers are, when there has been a long list of reports issued by the GAO (Government Accountability Office) and the OIG (Office of the Inspector General) that make it clear, that there is no integrity to the process by which we provide aliens with visas, green cards or citizenship. No one makes note of the fact, that perhaps 20 million nonimmigrant aliens are admitted into the United States under the auspices of the Visa Waiver Program, and that there are anywhere from 5 million to 10 million illegal aliens who were admitted into the United States with visas or under the auspices of the Visa Waiver Program, and then either failed to depart when they were supposed to, or otherwise violated the terms of their admission into the United States. Yet there are fewer than 300 ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) law enforcement officers seeking to locate and apprehend these millions of illegal aliens who did not run our nation’s borders.
There are fewer that 3,500 ICE enforcement personnel to enforce our immigration laws across our entire nation, and the actual population of illegal aliens is likely in excess of 30 million with more arriving each and every day, and a current administration issuing policy decisions, that make it clear that illegal aliens have nothing to fear, if they enter our country, take jobs, avail themselves of economic subsidies, healthcare, education and send money back to family members in their home countries, when our nation has sent the national debt into the stratosphere to create an “economic stimulus package” that was supposedly created to pump money into the U.S. economy, to get people to spend money and increase demand for products, services, etc.
It is estimated that well in excess of 100 billion dollars are wired out of our country each and every year by foreign workers who are employed in our country.
This is money that is not spent in the United States. This is money that is not invested in the United States. This is money that is not earned by Americans or lawful immigrant aliens, who are attempting to support themselves, and their families in our country, and finding it increasingly difficult to do so!
Yet when Perry mocks those of his fellow citizens of all political orientations, all races, all religions and ethnicities- no one challenges him! He is rewarded by being referred to as being “moderate!”
Could you possibly imagine a political campaign in Mexico, Ireland, or India, where a serious candidate for President of those and other countries would be referred to as being “moderate” for taking a position that parallels Perry’s position?
A country without secure borders can no more stand than can a house without walls!
If our country is to survive, and if our children and their children are to get their share of the “American Dream,” the citizens of this nation must take their citizenship seriously!
We the People must be the best citizens we can be, citizens who are worthy of the gallantry demonstrated by our valiant men and women in the military, law enforcement and firefighters, who routinely go in harm’s way in defense of this nation and our citizens.
My goal in writing this and other commentaries is to point out our nations many failings, before more victims pay the ultimate price for the incompetence and ineptitude of our government.
The first step in problem-solving is to first identify the problems, and vulnerabilities and then devise strategies to overcome them.
If you find yourself to be in agreement with this commentary, I ask that you forward it to as many of your friends and family members as possible and encourage them to do the same. We need to create a “Bucket Brigade of Truth!”The practice of good citizenship does not end in the voting booth, it only begins there.The large scale apathy demonstrated by citizens of this nation has emboldened elected representatives to all but ignore the needs of the average American citizen in a quest for massive campaign funds and the promises of votes to be ostensibly delivered by special interest groups. There is much that we cannot do but there is one thing that We the People absolutely must do- we must stop sitting on the sidelines!The collective failure of We the People to get involved in make our concerns known to our politicians have nearly made the concerns of the great majority of the citizens of this nation all but irrelevant to the politicians. I implore you to get involved!I believe our nation’s is greatly benefited by the rich diversity of our people which is why I could never imagine living anywhere except New York City, arguably the most diverse city in our nation if not, in fact, the world. However, my idea of diversity most certainly does not include members of MS-13, the Mexican drug cartels or members of other transnational gangs or members of al-Qaeda!If our government’s failures to secure our nation’s borders and effectively enforce our immigration laws concerns you or especially if it angers you, I ask you to call your Senators and Congressional “Representative. This is not only your right- it is your obligation! All I ask is that you make it clear to our politicians that we are not as dumb as they hope we are!We live in a perilous world and in a perilous era. The survival of our nation and the lives of our citizens hang in the balance.This is neither a Conservative issue, nor is it a Liberal issue- simply stated, this is most certainly an AMERICAN issue!You are either part of the solution or you are a part of the problem!Democracy is not a spectator sport!Lead, follow or get out of the way!-michael cutler-
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Have any of our friends in Myrtle Beach or Columbia asked him about these positions?
So is this a Tea party or establishment hit piece or what….. so who is the Charleston Tea party endorsing anyway… I have not decided yet and will not let articles published make my decisions,,, just sayin
enforcing the current laws we have is a thousand times better than what’s being done now, “virtually nothing” Texas and Arizona knows what works and what does not when it comes to border security. What is unfortunate is that a fence will increase the sale of extension ladders and tunneling equipment, made in China and or Mexico. The Guest worker program needs to be reformed and Bio identification implemented. Unions kill more jobs in this country than guest workers do, hence our reliance on “Mexicans” Cheap labor! Guest workers should have health coverage provided by the country or guest program that allows the individual to work here in the States.
True or false, does it really matter? Let’s be realistic. Right now, it looks like it will be a toss-up between Perry and Romney. Assuming that Perry is nominated, would you vote for nobama because of whatever Perry’s policy is (or is not) on immigration? I’m all for vetting the candidates, but at some point, you have to be practical.
We have to keep our eyes on the ball, in this case: WHO IS ELECTABLE? WHO CAN BEAT OBAMA? Sorry to rain on the parade, but right now it ain’t Bachman and it ain’t Paul. Throw all the vitriol you want at Perry or Romney, and it won’t change a thing. If Palin comes in, then we’ll have to re-think things. She’s very polarizing, and I’m not sure we can afford to go with a candidate with so much baggage, even if most of it is imaginary. The MSM has already prejudiced an awful lot of people against Sarah.
Seems to me that we’d all be better off if we can figure out how to win with what we got and not keep tearing the most viable candidates down.
Just one old pensioner’s opinion –
I believe we must find the most qualified candidate. We have a lot of time to do that. This is just the beginning.
I do not want another election where it is the best of two evils.
I desire a true conservative ..TEA party believing individual. Someone with morals. Someone with drive.
Someone who realizes we are the BOSS.
You have those in Michele Bachmann. Don ‘t push her away just because the blame stream media makes stupid remarks about her. How much do you men know about knitting? How much do women know about football? How much does Michele Bachmann know about singers? Probably as much as I do. Why? Because she has more important things to think about. So what if she did not know the difference between Elvis’s birthday or his death. Neither do I!!!!!!!!!!
Ask her questions that make her think! ON IMPORTANT SUBJECTS! Do the same with the other candidates.
But when you find out important info on a candidate…I said..IMPORTANT…then tell us all! Then let us make up our own minds!
Lee…thanks for commenting……
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Since Rick Perry is the subject of this post, readers might be interested in looking at this Townhall article.
Ditto everything Tiger66 just said
I have studied Perry…I will not vote for him. The left did not have to get into this at all Right Dog. Perry’s record will keep him from being President.
Here is one: http://bit.ly/nyBpxN
Here is another: http://bit.ly/o9S6eW
Here is what illegal immigration does…think about if those were your children
http://bit.ly/qRog5r
I have friends on a national patriot site who are Texans. They clued me in on some aspects of the man.
I have family that lives there too.
So, let me understand. You’d vote for Obama over Perry, Perry’s warts and all?
Lee, Please understand the Michael Cutler has 30 years experience as an INS agent. He knows immigration inside and out! When you read his words…he is telling it like it is!
This is not some “news source”. He is the REAL DEAL! He has been asked to speak before Congress many times!
Believe me..he has let ME know when I was wrong about immigratio, and other subjects.
He has also enlightened me.
I trust his judgement.
Tiger…no I will never vote for Obama. But I did not vote for McCain either.
We can do better!
We do not need to vote for the lesser of two evils. …like many did last time.
WE the People can actually use our brains and find a candidate that meets all or most of our requirements.
Or are you one of those people who lets everyone else do the work for you?
Did you read the info on the sites I posted? If you did .you must be a speed reader.
Here is a speech that Rick Perry performed.
http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/10688/
Read where he was/is interested in a bi-national health care system with Mexico!
You have GOT to be kidding! Who do you think would pay for this? Do you really think the people of Mexico would? Or would it be on OUR backs? Do you want your medical records shared with the medical people in Mexico?
Why should WE support the entire country of Mexico? Are they not a sovereign nation? (shades of North American Union!!!)
We are already giving them aid. And then the BILLIONS of tax dollars that are supporting the illegals here! Even if they were made citizens…these people are already “HOOKED” on our entitlements. We would continue to support them. And…Obama would get their votes.
Look what happened with the millions of dollars we gave to Mexico to build a state police!
Those same police officers are now ZETAS!
He is holding the border HOSTAGE to get his votes! Typical Chicago Mob politics!
Rick the “flip flop” Perry as some call him….all he said about open borders..state tuition for illegal aliens etc…and NOW that he is running for President…listen to this……
He also backed TARP!..Sorry I don’t have the documents..but here is video with the documents in them.
Do you want someone who claims he will do this and that for you…and then does just the opposite when he gets in office.
Oops! We already have someone like that in office!
We get that you don’t like Perry and you’re entitled to your opinion. I haven’t made up my mind about any candidate and have much more work to do on that front. I must say though it’s rather disingenuous to paint Perry as an Obama clone. And, for the record I will support the Republican nominee because 4 more years of Obama is not an option.
I think that the GOP primaries for 2012 will – unfortunately – be about the lessor of two evils. Until a candidate comes forth with true vision and leadership, we will be stuck with what we have.
All of the candidates have pluses and minuses. As the primary season comes closer, those pluses and minuses will become more visible. Like wit hall decisions we all make, each of us will have to weigh the pros and cos.
Ask yourself this question: Given the GOP field we have today, would you vote for nobama over any of the candidates currently running? I sure hope not.
Miss Liberty,
I suggest IMHO that you do more research on Perry, Romney and the like.
We have time. This is not a rush..like the bills Obama tries to push through.
And yes..I wish a couple of other men would enter the race by the names of DeMint and West.
Both IMHO, fantastic leaders! And then there is Ambassador Bolton.
But for now…it is Bachmann for me. That could change..who knows. But I do know who I do not want for President.
I just do not want another person who says one thing and does the opposite when he/she gets in office. Therefore, I need to check out the candidates moral convictions and what they have said and done in the past.
I do not believe it has to be the lesser of two evils if we do our homework! And let the Republican Party officials know where we stand on the Candidates.
Very interesting article on Richard Perry here:
http://www.businessinsider.com/rick-perry-is-a-lot-closer-to-the-2012-gop-presidential-nomination-than-you-think-2011-8?op=1
The story leads with the following: “The Republican ‘establishment,’ such as it is, is quickly coming to the realization that the 2012 GOP presidential nomination is Texas Governor Rick Perry’s to lose.
Right or wrong, good or bad, the article lays out the importance of the candidates’ performance in the five debates scheduled for after Labor Day. The first will be on September 7th.
Stay tuned.
Tiger, he will be in Myrtle Beach on the 5th with Tim Scott. Did you get the info?
I didn’t know about it. Is there a website?
Tiger,
I received an email from Tim.
You can go here to get the info: http://timstownhalls.com/
The Problem we have now is a “MAN CHILD” in the people’s house that has to go!!! Grind your ax all you want, but I’m still sending my $100. to Rickm
IMHO..you elect Rick Perry…be ready for Sharia Law. If you elect Rick Perry..be ready for the DREAM ACT.
I will not ..unless forced to do so…elect a man who is in favor of these two.
I want to elect a person who is in LOVE with the USA and the Constitution! I do not want to see the Constitution completely changed.
Enough said.
The odds of the Moon crashing into the Earth are greater!!!
Christopher…I don’t understand your last statement.
http://bit.ly/nJ4JDI
Rick Perry has track record of withholding records