The New Democrat Coalition, a group of moderate Democrats in Congress, recently released their “New Plan to Secure the Border and Reform the Immigration System.” However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that this plan is not as new as it claims to be.
In fact, as Breitbart’s John Nolte points out, the “New Democrats” are no different from the old Democrats when it comes to immigration. The plan they have put forward is simply a rehash of the same tired policies that have failed time and time again.
One of the key points of the New Democrat plan is to provide a pathway to citizenship for millions of undocumented immigrants currently living in the United States. While this may sound like a compassionate and reasonable solution, it ignores the fact that these individuals broke the law by entering the country illegally.
Furthermore, this plan completely disregards the impact of illegal immigration on American citizens. It is estimated that there are over 10 million undocumented immigrants in the US, and the majority of them are working in low-skilled jobs that could be filled by American workers. This not only takes away job opportunities from citizens, but it also drives down wages and puts a strain on public resources.
The New Democrat plan also calls for increased border security, but it fails to provide any concrete solutions on how to achieve this. It simply states that there should be “smart investments” in technology and personnel, without any details on what these investments would entail.
This is in stark contrast to President Trump’s plan for a border wall, which has been proven to be an effective deterrent against illegal immigration. In fact, areas where a wall has been built have seen a significant decrease in illegal border crossings.
Another concerning aspect of the New Democrat plan is its call for an end to the detention of families at the border. This would essentially mean that families who enter the country illegally would be released into the US with a court date, which the majority of them do not show up for. This would only encourage more illegal immigration and make it easier for criminal elements to enter the country.
It is also worth noting that the New Democrat plan completely ignores the issue of asylum abuse. Many individuals are taking advantage of the asylum system to enter the US, even though they do not qualify for it. This not only clogs up the system, but it also makes it harder for those who truly need asylum to receive it.
In contrast, President Trump has taken steps to address this issue by implementing stricter asylum policies and agreements with other countries to help manage the influx of asylum seekers.
Overall, the New Democrat plan is nothing more than a continuation of the failed immigration policies of the past. It fails to address the root causes of illegal immigration and puts the interests of non-citizens above those of American citizens.
It is clear that the New Democrat Coalition is out of touch with the concerns of the American people when it comes to immigration. They are more concerned with pandering to special interest groups and maintaining their own political power than finding real solutions to the issue.
In conclusion, it is time for a truly new approach to immigration. One that prioritizes the safety and well-being of American citizens, while also providing a fair and efficient system for legal immigration. The New Democrat plan falls short on both counts and should not be taken seriously as a solution to our immigration problems. It is time for our leaders to put aside partisan politics and work towards a real solution that benefits all Americans.
