Bernie Sanders’ Immigration Plan Gets Praise By Latino, Immigrant-Rights Groups
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Taking on a similar stance as fellow Democratic presidential challengers Hillary Clinton and Martin O'Malley, Sanders finally confirmed he will issue additional immigration execution office -- if elected president. Sanders, however, was specific about the possible executive action, which would grant deferred action to nine million eligible undocumented immigrants. Sanders said his executive action will take place only if the congressional gridlock on immigration continues.
"We welcome Sen. Sanders commitment to solving the immigration crisis in our country that continues to tear families apart and keeps millions of hard working immigrants in the shadows," said Ben Monterroso, executive director of Mi Familia Vota (MFV), a nonprofit civic engagement organization. "His immigration plan is detailed and substantive and, most importantly, it focuses in protecting family unity and on giving a path to citizenship to millions of immigrants."
Monterroso highlighted Sanders' plan to have the federal government handle immigration enforcement instead of local law enforcement agencies. But MFV's praise of Sanders' plan is not necessarily an endorsement of the presidential candidate. The executive director also praised fellow Democrats Clinton and O'Malley, saying they "understand the value and importance of the Latino vote and are willing to engage in substantive conversations with out community." MFV will continue reviewing all candidates' policy proposals that affects Latinos.
Monterroso also criticized Republicans, stating, "The Republican candidates, meanwhile, want to deport us and slam the door to new immigrants and those seeking asylum in our nation. Judging by words alone, we know who is on our side and deserves our consideration and who does not at election time."
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