[Hoot Gibson]

Let's be clear: we need reform in the entire immigration policy subject area. However, I oppose the current Arizona law for reasons already stated. Why that would mean I would advocate non-enforcement has more to do with the haphazard way you debate, Hoot, that any legitimate point to be made.

"Reform" that does nothing to stop the flood of illegal aliens into this country is a misnomer. The first thing that needs to be done when the basement is flooding is to turn off the water. Next, the job calls for a good sump pump - which requires stiff penalties (including jail time) for employers who knowingly or negligently employee illegals. Most illegals would self-deport if they had no means of supporting themselves. Finally, we need an immigration system that addresses our long-term prospect of labor shortage by promptly processing applications by Mexicans and others who have no criminal record and the skills needed in areas where there is a shortage of qualified workers.

Just granting citizenship to millions of illegal aliens (a/k/a prospective Democrat votes) is anything but "reform."