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Pelosi Statement on National Immigration Policy“We take this moment to remember the waive of pogroms that took place in “The “Unfortunately, the recently passed Republican Immigration Bill does not promote opportunity and freedom for our nation’s immigrants. "For the first time in our history, this bill will make it a federal crime, instead of a civil offense, to be in the "Under the guise of an expansive definition of smuggling, it could make criminals out of Catholic priests and nuns, ministers, rabbis, and social service workers who provide assistance and acts of charity to those in need. It could impose prison sentences up to five years on those who answer God’s call and provide assistance. “Democrats have long called for strong border security, effective law enforcement, and for comprehensive immigration reform, not this punitive, mean-spirited legislation that does nothing to weed out terrorists. "This Republican bill is an attempt to belatedly address some border security needs, but fails to provide real security as envisioned by the 9/11 Commission. It is not comprehensive immigration reform. "In all that we do as elected officials, we have a responsibility to make the American people safer, and to make |
“ Democrats are united in presenting a New Direction for America, one that will make our nation as strong as its people, one that brings opportunity, security, and prosperity to all Americans. ” Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi |
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