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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:

Steve Barlock on Immigration
Republican candidate for Colorado Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Steve Barlock on other issues.
  • Hardline against illegal immigration. (Aug 2017)
Michael Bennet on Immigration
Democratic Presidential Challenger; CO Senator: Click here for 14 full quotes OR click here for Michael Bennet on other issues.
  • Don't decriminalize border; it's Trump's nativist hostility. (Jul 2019)
  • Family separation more like Holocaust than Statue of Liberty. (Jun 2019)
  • Path to citizenship for DREAMers; oppose family separation. (May 2019)
  • Trump is anti-immigrant; immigrants are a positive force. (Jan 2018)
  • America is a unique place for refugees to succeed. (Jan 2018)
  • Path to citizenship for millions living in the shadows. (Sep 2016)
  • More National Guard troops on border; then amnesty. (Oct 2010)
  • Sponsor and enthusiastic support of the DREAM Act. (Sep 2010)
  • Our borders not secure; create a path to citizenship. (Jul 2009)
  • Supports continued funding of sanctuary cities. (Sep 2010)
  • Supports granting amnesty to illegal immigrants. (Sep 2010)
  • Opposes full implementation of current border security laws. (Sep 2010)
  • Terminate national emergency at the Southern border. (Mar 2019)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
George Brauchler on Immigration
Republican candidate for Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for George Brauchler on other issues.
  • Opposes sanctuary cities; leave immigration to Feds. (Apr 2017)
Cynthia Coffman on Immigration
Republican Challenger for CO Governor: Click here for Cynthia Coffman on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Matthew Hess on Immigration
Libertarian Challenger : Click here for the full quote OR click here for Matthew Hess on other issues.
  • Simplify citizenship; don't pursue illegal aliens. (Jan 2014)
John Hickenlooper on Immigration
Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrew, Aug. 2019); CO Governor: Click here for 10 full quotes OR click here for John Hickenlooper on other issues.
  • Border wall "ineffective" and a waste of billions. (Oct 2020)
  • Federal agents taking children from parents is kidnapping. (Jun 2019)
  • Need a comprehensive reevaluation of our immigration laws. (Mar 2019)
  • Crazy to drive out 11 million illegal immigrants. (Mar 2019)
  • Family separation policy is cruel and un-American. (Mar 2019)
  • In-state tuition & driver's license for undocumented people. (May 2016)
  • Stringent verification process for Syrian refugees. (Nov 2015)
  • Not soft on immigration, but against Arizona immigration law. (Nov 2011)
  • Protect DREAMers instead of deporting them. (Dec 2017)
  • Anti-border security, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Mike Johnston on Immigration
Democratic candidate for Governor: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Mike Johnston on other issues.
  • Undocumented kids get in-state tuition. (Sep 2017)
  • Will lead state in fighting DACA repeal. (Sep 2017)
  • Protect immigrants living in the country illegally. (Jan 2017)
Cary Kennedy on Immigration
Democratic candidate for Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Cary Kennedy on other issues.
  • Keep local cops out of immigration. (Mar 2017)
Greg Lopez on Immigration
Republican candidate for governor: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Greg Lopez on other issues.
  • Opposes Sanctuary State law forbidding cooperation with ICE. (Feb 2021)
  • I support legal immigration, not illegal immigration. (May 2018)
Donna Lynne on Immigration
Republican candidate for Colorado Governor: Click here for Donna Lynne on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Victor Mitchell on Immigration
Republican candidate for Colorado Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Victor Mitchell on other issues.
  • Supports Trump's anti-sanctuary city policies. (Jun 2017)
Ed Perlmutter on Immigration
Democrat: Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Ed Perlmutter on other issues.
  • Pass comprehensive immigration reform. (May 2017)
  • Allow more visas for STEM college graduates. (Oct 2012)
  • Rated Voted to legalize DREAMer immigrants via military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Provide lawyers and evidence for children being deported. (Apr 2016)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Mar 2019)
Jared Polis on Immigration
Democratic candidate for Colorado Governor: Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Jared Polis on other issues.
  • Appointed first DREAMer to serve on state board. (Jan 2020)
  • Restore DACA: Don't cast 1M aspiring Americans into shadows. (Oct 2018)
  • Respect the dignity and dreams of immigrants. (Nov 2008)
  • Allow more visas for STEM college graduates. (Sep 2012)
  • Rated Voted to legalize DREAMer immigrants via military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Provide lawyers and evidence for children being deported. (Feb 2016)
  • Let illegal alien children attend school. (Mar 2009)
Doug Robinson on Immigration
Republican candidate for Governor: Click here for Doug Robinson on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Walker Stapleton on Immigration
Republican candidate for governor of Colorado: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Walker Stapleton on other issues.
  • Deport anyone in the country illegally. (Oct 2018)
  • Sanctuary cities are a direct threat to public safety. (Jun 2018)
  • End these dangerous sanctuary city policies. (May 2018)
Tom Tancredo on Immigration
Republican Representative (CO-6): Click here for 52 full quotes OR click here for Tom Tancredo on other issues.
  • Sanctuary Cities are a travesty but I hate identity politics. (Aug 2018)
  • Viva Tancredo: support for legal immigration, in Spanish. (Feb 2014)
  • Exits race with victory on forcing focus on immigration. (Dec 2007)
  • Boycotted Univision debate because broadcast was in Spanish. (Dec 2007)
  • I’m not going to aid any more immigration. (Nov 2007)
  • FactCheck: no plan exists to pay Social Security to illegals. (Oct 2007)
  • Amnesty is worst possible public policy you can ever have. (Sep 2007)
  • No guest worker program; it creates second class citizens. (Sep 2007)
  • It’s not based on racism--it’s about the rule of law. (Sep 2007)
  • Illegal immigrants especially hurt African-American workers. (Jul 2007)
  • Illegal immigrants especially hurt African-American workers. (Jul 2007)
  • Consequences of immigration bill are survival of the nation. (Jun 2007)
  • FactCheck: McCain’s bill does not codify federal non-English. (Jun 2007)
  • Enough is enough: timeout on LEGAL immigration. (Jun 2007)
  • Keep law that bars immigrants from running for president. (May 2007)
  • We already have scores of programs for legal immigration. (Mar 2007)
  • We CAN deal with 20M immigrants by enforcing on employers. (Mar 2007)
  • Parts of Miami are like a Third World country. (Dec 2006)
  • Opposes chain migration from anchor babies citizenship. (Dec 2006)
  • Minuteman Project fills Border Patrol's inadequate resources. (Jul 2006)
  • Influential in founding The Minuteman Project. (Jul 2006)
  • US should not tip off Mexico about Minutemen activity. (Jul 2006)
  • No net benefit from immigration; annual $70B loss. (Jun 2006)
  • Eliminate “chain migration” where illegals bring in families. (Jun 2006)
  • It’s a myth that illegal immigrants benefit our economy. (Jun 2006)
  • Our society is intoxicated with multiculturalism. (Jun 2006)
  • Immigration agency acts as greeters; should act as enforcers. (Jun 2006)
  • Left supports immigration for votes; right for cheap labor. (Jun 2006)

    Amnesty
  • McCain’s plan is soft on immigration & amnesty. (May 2007)
  • Letting immigrants stay is amnesty. (May 2007)
  • Tried guest workers in 1986; led to more illegal immigration. (Mar 2007)
  • Guest-worker program equals amnesty. (Dec 2006)
  • Bush’s “guest worker” program IS amnesty. (Jun 2006)

    Mexican Border
  • Rescind Bush’s order allowing Mexican trucks on US roads. (Sep 2007)
  • No campaign ads in Spanish; preserve English. (Jun 2007)
  • Anchor babies: pregnant Mexicans give birth to US citizens. (Jun 2006)
  • End “catch & release” along Mexican border. (Jun 2006)
  • Spend billions more to enforce border fully. (Jun 2006)
  • Erect fence along entire Mexican & Canadian borders. (Jun 2006)
  • Deploy military troops to support Border Patrol. (Jun 2006)
  • Disallow Mexican “matricula” cards as valid ID cards. (Jun 2006)

    Voting Record
  • Supports employer verification in 2005 reform bill. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted YES on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted YES on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Voted NO on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • No student visas from countries that support terrorism. (Jan 2003)
  • Rated 100% by FAIR, indicating a voting record restricting immigration. (Dec 2003)
  • Rated 100% by USBC, indicating a sealed-border stance. (Dec 2006)
  • Government services in English only. (Mar 2008)
  • Declare English as the official language of the US. (Feb 2007)
  • Declared English the official language of the US. (Jan 1999)

Senate:

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Dan Baer on Immigration
Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for Dan Baer on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Randy Baumgardner on Immigration
Republican Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Randy Baumgardner on other issues.
  • Adhere to federal immigration laws. (Nov 2013)
Ken Buck on Immigration
Republican Challenger (withdrawn): Click here for 10 full quotes OR click here for Ken Buck on other issues.
  • More Border Patrol; finish the fence. (Oct 2010)
  • People with two misdemeanors disqualified for citizenship. (Sep 2010)
  • Secure the border and say no to amnesty. (Aug 2010)
  • Opposes continued funding of sanctuary cities. (Sep 2010)
  • Opposes granting amnesty to illegal immigrants. (Sep 2010)
  • Supports full implementation of current border security laws. (Sep 2010)
  • Supports deportation of illlegals, according to Faith2Action. (Jul 2014)
  • Supports deportation of illlegals, according to PVS rating. (Sep 2014)
  • Voted YES to ban DREAMer immigrants from military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
Ellen Burnes on Immigration
Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for Ellen Burnes on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Ryan Frazier on Immigration
Republican Senate candidate: Click here for Ryan Frazier on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Cory Gardner on Immigration
Republican Senator: Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Cory Gardner on other issues.
  • Voted against protecting DREAMers from deportation. (Oct 2020)
  • Opposed 2013 bipartisan bill; later co-wrote DACA bill. (Oct 2020)
  • I support the DREAM Act & some form of legalized work status. (Oct 2014)
  • Opposes a pathway to citizenship. (Nov 2010)
  • Rated Support national emergency at the Southern border. (Mar 2019)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
  • Pro-border security, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Darryl Glenn on Immigration
Republican Senate candidate: Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Darryl Glenn on other issues.
  • Start reform with securing the border. (Sep 2016)
  • End federal funding for sanctuary cities; no amnesty. (Apr 2016)
  • Push immigration reform without abusing separation of powers. (Apr 2015)
  • Supports additional border infrastructure. (Nov 2016)
  • Supports controlling border with necessary infrastructure. (Nov 2016)
  • Supports ban on resettlement of Syrian refugees. (Nov 2016)
John Hickenlooper on Immigration
Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrew, Aug. 2019); CO Governor: Click here for 10 full quotes OR click here for John Hickenlooper on other issues.
  • Border wall "ineffective" and a waste of billions. (Oct 2020)
  • Federal agents taking children from parents is kidnapping. (Jun 2019)
  • Need a comprehensive reevaluation of our immigration laws. (Mar 2019)
  • Crazy to drive out 11 million illegal immigrants. (Mar 2019)
  • Family separation policy is cruel and un-American. (Mar 2019)
  • In-state tuition & driver's license for undocumented people. (May 2016)
  • Stringent verification process for Syrian refugees. (Nov 2015)
  • Not soft on immigration, but against Arizona immigration law. (Nov 2011)
  • Protect DREAMers instead of deporting them. (Dec 2017)
  • Anti-border security, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Owen Hill on Immigration
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Owen Hill on other issues.
  • Enforce our borders without comprehensive reform. (Oct 2013)
Mike Johnston on Immigration
Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Mike Johnston on other issues.
  • Undocumented kids get in-state tuition. (Sep 2017)
  • Will lead state in fighting DACA repeal. (Sep 2017)
  • Protect immigrants living in the country illegally. (Jan 2017)
Jon Keyser on Immigration
Republican Senate candidate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jon Keyser on other issues.
  • First step needs to be securing our border. (Feb 2016)
Peg Littleton on Immigration
Republican Senate candidate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Peg Littleton on other issues.
  • Welcome those who provide a net gain to society. (Feb 2016)
Alice Madden on Immigration
Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for Alice Madden on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Tim Neville on Immigration
Republican Senate challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Tim Neville on other issues.
  • No discussion of reform until border is completely secured. (Oct 2015)
Andrew Romanoff on Immigration
Democratic 2020 Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Andrew Romanoff on other issues.
  • Penalize businesses that hire undocumented immigrants. (Nov 2006)
Amy Stephens on Immigration
Republican Challenger (withdrawn): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Amy Stephens on other issues.
  • Opposes misguided programs that promote illegal immigration. (Aug 2012)
John Walsh on Immigration
Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for John Walsh on other issues.
  • Comprehensive immigration reform for welcoming migrants. (May 2019)
Angela Williams on Immigration
Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Angela Williams on other issues.
  • Let undocumented students attend state college. (Aug 2019)

House:

Ken Buck on Immigration
Republican House Member (District 4): Click here for 10 full quotes OR click here for Ken Buck on other issues.
  • More Border Patrol; finish the fence. (Oct 2010)
  • People with two misdemeanors disqualified for citizenship. (Sep 2010)
  • Secure the border and say no to amnesty. (Aug 2010)
  • Opposes continued funding of sanctuary cities. (Sep 2010)
  • Opposes granting amnesty to illegal immigrants. (Sep 2010)
  • Supports full implementation of current border security laws. (Sep 2010)
  • Supports deportation of illlegals, according to Faith2Action. (Jul 2014)
  • Supports deportation of illlegals, according to PVS rating. (Sep 2014)
  • Voted YES to ban DREAMer immigrants from military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
Mike Coffman on Immigration
Republican (District 6): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Mike Coffman on other issues.
  • Secure our borders and deny amnesty. (Nov 2008)
  • End Birthright Citizenship; no more anchor babies. (Apr 2009)
  • Rated A by the ALI, indicating a strongly anti-amnesty stance. (Nov 2010)
  • Redefine "birthright citizenship" to exclude illegal aliens. (Jan 2011)
  • Rated Voted to legalize DREAMer immigrants via military service. (Jun 2016)
Jason Crow on Immigration
Democrat (District 6): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Jason Crow on other issues.
  • Bring millions undocumented immigrants out of the shadows. (May 2020)
  • Introduced Public Oversight of Detention Centers Act. (Dec 2019)
  • Opposes border wall, according to CC survey. (Aug 2018)
  • PVS:Let illegal immigrants apply for citizenship. (Aug 2018)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
Diana DeGette on Immigration
Democratic Representative (CO-1): Click here for 11 full quotes OR click here for Diana DeGette on other issues.
  • Voted NO on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted NO on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Voted YES on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • Voted NO on more immigrant visas for skilled workers. (Sep 1998)
  • Rated 0% by FAIR, indicating a voting record loosening immigration. (Dec 2003)
  • Rated 0% by USBC, indicating an open-border stance. (Dec 2006)
  • Allow more visas for STEM college graduates. (Sep 2012)
  • Rated Voted to legalize DREAMer immigrants via military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Provide lawyers and evidence for children being deported. (Feb 2016)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
Doug Lamborn on Immigration
Republican: Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Doug Lamborn on other issues.
  • Secure borders first; fence the Mexican border. (Nov 2006)
  • End Birthright Citizenship; no more anchor babies. (Apr 2009)
  • Rated A- by the ALI, indicating a strongly anti-amnesty stance. (Nov 2010)
  • Redefine "birthright citizenship" to exclude illegal aliens. (Jan 2011)
  • Stop releasing low-risk illegal immigrants. (Mar 2013)
  • Voted YES to ban DREAMer immigrants from military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Feb 2019)
Richard Longstreth on Immigration
Libertarian (District 2): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Richard Longstreth on other issues.
  • We already have a pathway to citizenship. (Aug 2016)
Joe Neguse on Immigration
Democrat (District 2): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Joe Neguse on other issues.
  • Using troops to secure southern border is the wrong approach. (Nov 2018)
  • Clean DREAM Act, then comprehensive reform. (Sep 2018)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Feb 2019)
Ed Perlmutter on Immigration
Democrat: Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Ed Perlmutter on other issues.
  • Pass comprehensive immigration reform. (May 2017)
  • Allow more visas for STEM college graduates. (Oct 2012)
  • Rated Voted to legalize DREAMer immigrants via military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Provide lawyers and evidence for children being deported. (Apr 2016)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Mar 2019)
Jared Polis on Immigration
Democrat (District 2): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Jared Polis on other issues.
  • Appointed first DREAMer to serve on state board. (Jan 2020)
  • Restore DACA: Don't cast 1M aspiring Americans into shadows. (Oct 2018)
  • Respect the dignity and dreams of immigrants. (Nov 2008)
  • Allow more visas for STEM college graduates. (Sep 2012)
  • Rated Voted to legalize DREAMer immigrants via military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Provide lawyers and evidence for children being deported. (Feb 2016)
  • Let illegal alien children attend school. (Mar 2009)
Tom Tancredo on Immigration
Republican Representative (CO-6): Click here for 52 full quotes OR click here for Tom Tancredo on other issues.
  • Sanctuary Cities are a travesty but I hate identity politics. (Aug 2018)
  • Viva Tancredo: support for legal immigration, in Spanish. (Feb 2014)
  • Exits race with victory on forcing focus on immigration. (Dec 2007)
  • Boycotted Univision debate because broadcast was in Spanish. (Dec 2007)
  • I’m not going to aid any more immigration. (Nov 2007)
  • FactCheck: no plan exists to pay Social Security to illegals. (Oct 2007)
  • Amnesty is worst possible public policy you can ever have. (Sep 2007)
  • No guest worker program; it creates second class citizens. (Sep 2007)
  • It’s not based on racism--it’s about the rule of law. (Sep 2007)
  • Illegal immigrants especially hurt African-American workers. (Jul 2007)
  • Illegal immigrants especially hurt African-American workers. (Jul 2007)
  • Consequences of immigration bill are survival of the nation. (Jun 2007)
  • FactCheck: McCain’s bill does not codify federal non-English. (Jun 2007)
  • Enough is enough: timeout on LEGAL immigration. (Jun 2007)
  • Keep law that bars immigrants from running for president. (May 2007)
  • We already have scores of programs for legal immigration. (Mar 2007)
  • We CAN deal with 20M immigrants by enforcing on employers. (Mar 2007)
  • Parts of Miami are like a Third World country. (Dec 2006)
  • Opposes chain migration from anchor babies citizenship. (Dec 2006)
  • Minuteman Project fills Border Patrol's inadequate resources. (Jul 2006)
  • Influential in founding The Minuteman Project. (Jul 2006)
  • US should not tip off Mexico about Minutemen activity. (Jul 2006)
  • No net benefit from immigration; annual $70B loss. (Jun 2006)
  • Eliminate “chain migration” where illegals bring in families. (Jun 2006)
  • It’s a myth that illegal immigrants benefit our economy. (Jun 2006)
  • Our society is intoxicated with multiculturalism. (Jun 2006)
  • Immigration agency acts as greeters; should act as enforcers. (Jun 2006)
  • Left supports immigration for votes; right for cheap labor. (Jun 2006)

    Amnesty
  • McCain’s plan is soft on immigration & amnesty. (May 2007)
  • Letting immigrants stay is amnesty. (May 2007)
  • Tried guest workers in 1986; led to more illegal immigration. (Mar 2007)
  • Guest-worker program equals amnesty. (Dec 2006)
  • Bush’s “guest worker” program IS amnesty. (Jun 2006)

    Mexican Border
  • Rescind Bush’s order allowing Mexican trucks on US roads. (Sep 2007)
  • No campaign ads in Spanish; preserve English. (Jun 2007)
  • Anchor babies: pregnant Mexicans give birth to US citizens. (Jun 2006)
  • End “catch & release” along Mexican border. (Jun 2006)
  • Spend billions more to enforce border fully. (Jun 2006)
  • Erect fence along entire Mexican & Canadian borders. (Jun 2006)
  • Deploy military troops to support Border Patrol. (Jun 2006)
  • Disallow Mexican “matricula” cards as valid ID cards. (Jun 2006)

    Voting Record
  • Supports employer verification in 2005 reform bill. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted YES on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted YES on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Voted NO on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • No student visas from countries that support terrorism. (Jan 2003)
  • Rated 100% by FAIR, indicating a voting record restricting immigration. (Dec 2003)
  • Rated 100% by USBC, indicating a sealed-border stance. (Dec 2006)
  • Government services in English only. (Mar 2008)
  • Declare English as the official language of the US. (Feb 2007)
  • Declared English the official language of the US. (Jan 1999)
Scott Tipton on Immigration
Republican (District 3): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Scott Tipton on other issues.
  • Secure our borders; punish employers who hire illegals. (Nov 2010)
  • Opposes a pathway to citizenship. (Nov 2010)
  • Ban admission of Syrian refugees & any Syrian residents. (Nov 2015)
  • Voted YES to ban DREAMer immigrants from military service. (Jun 2016)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Feb 2019)

Former candidates & officeholders:

Bob Beauprez on Immigration
Republican Gubernatorial Challenger: Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Bob Beauprez on other issues.
  • 2007: Cleanse out illegals; 2014: no need to send them home. (Oct 2014)
  • Voted YES on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Rated 0% by FAIR, indicating a voting record loosening immigration. (Dec 2003)
William Owens on Immigration
Republican CO Governor: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for William Owens on other issues.
  • Share costs of legal immigration between states & federal. (Feb 2001)
  • Federal government should deal with criminal repatriation. (Feb 2001)
Bill Ritter on Immigration
Democrat: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Bill Ritter on other issues.
  • No welfare benefits or drivers license for illegals. (Nov 2006)
Cory Gardner on Immigration
Republican (Senate run 2014) (District 4): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Cory Gardner on other issues.
  • Voted against protecting DREAMers from deportation. (Oct 2020)
  • Opposed 2013 bipartisan bill; later co-wrote DACA bill. (Oct 2020)
  • I support the DREAM Act & some form of legalized work status. (Oct 2014)
  • Opposes a pathway to citizenship. (Nov 2010)
  • Rated Support national emergency at the Southern border. (Mar 2019)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
  • Pro-border security, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Raul Acosta on Immigration
2004 former Republican Write-in Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Raul Acosta on other issues.
  • Foreigners for president borders on treason. (Oct 2004)
  • 3-month work visas for illegal immigrants. (Oct 2004)
Hank Brown on Immigration
Former Republican Senator (Until 1996): Click here for Hank Brown on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Ben Nighthorse Campbell on Immigration
Former Republican incumbent; retired 2004: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Ben Nighthorse Campbell on other issues.
  • Voted YES on allowing more foreign workers into the US for farm work. (Jul 1998)
  • Voted YES on visas for skilled workers. (May 1998)
  • Voted YES on limit welfare for immigrants. (Jun 1997)
Pete Coors on Immigration
2004 former Republican challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Pete Coors on other issues.
  • Give no benefits to children of longtime illegal immigrants. (Oct 2004)
  • More penalties and border security against illegal aliens. (Aug 2004)
  • Supports Bush’s guest worker program. (Aug 2004)
Scott McInnis on Immigration
Republican (Until 2004) (District 3): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Scott McInnis on other issues.
  • Voted NO on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Voted YES on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • Voted YES on more immigrant visas for skilled workers. (Sep 1998)
  • Rated 100% by FAIR, indicating a voting record restricting immigration. (Dec 2003)
Mike Miles on Immigration
2004 former Democratic Senate primary challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Mike Miles on other issues.
  • Support Legal Immigration. (Jun 2004)
  • Expand earned legalization and guest workers. (Jun 2004)
Richard Randall on Immigration
2004 former Libertarian Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Richard Randall on other issues.
  • Peaceful immigration is the benchmark of American ideals. (Oct 2004)
  • Social safety net is no excuse for excluding immigrants. (Oct 2004)
Dan Schaefer on Immigration
Republican Former (1994-) (District 6): Click here for Dan Schaefer on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Bob Schaffer on Immigration
Senate challenger 2008; previously Republican Representative (CO-4): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Bob Schaffer on other issues.
  • Opposes sanctuary cities; help local police enforce law. (Oct 2008)
  • Voted NO on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • Voted YES on more immigrant visas for skilled workers. (Sep 1998)
  • More visas for families of lawful immigrants. (May 1999)
Tom Strickland on Immigration
2002 Democratic Challenger (CO): Click here for Tom Strickland on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Wayne Allard on Immigration
Republican Sr Senator (CO): Click here for 12 full quotes OR click here for Wayne Allard on other issues.
  • Voted NO on continuing federal funds for declared "sanctuary cities". (Mar 2008)
  • Voted NO on comprehensive immigration reform. (Jun 2007)
  • Voted YES on declaring English as the official language of the US government. (Jun 2007)
  • Voted NO on eliminating the "Y" nonimmigrant guestworker program. (May 2007)
  • Voted YES on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted NO on establishing a Guest Worker program. (May 2006)
  • Voted NO on allowing illegal aliens to participate in Social Security. (May 2006)
  • Voted NO on giving Guest Workers a path to citizenship. (May 2006)
  • Voted YES on allowing more foreign workers into the US for farm work. (Jul 1998)
  • Voted YES on visas for skilled workers. (May 1998)
  • Voted YES on limit welfare for immigrants. (Jun 1997)
  • Rated 83% by USBC, indicating a sealed-border stance. (Dec 2006)
Bob Beauprez on Immigration
Republican (District 7): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Bob Beauprez on other issues.
  • 2007: Cleanse out illegals; 2014: no need to send them home. (Oct 2014)
  • Voted YES on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Rated 0% by FAIR, indicating a voting record loosening immigration. (Dec 2003)
Joel Hefley on Immigration
Republican (District 5): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Joel Hefley on other issues.
  • Voted YES on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted YES on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Voted NO on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • Voted NO on more immigrant visas for skilled workers. (Sep 1998)
  • Rated 100% by FAIR, indicating a voting record restricting immigration. (Dec 2003)
  • Declared English the official language of the US. (Jan 1999)
Betsy Markey on Immigration
Former Democrat (until 2010) (District 4): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Betsy Markey on other issues.
  • Ensure our borders are protected and secure. (Nov 2008)
Marilyn Musgrave on Immigration
Republican Representative (CO-4): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Marilyn Musgrave on other issues.
  • Voted YES on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted YES on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • No student visas from countries that support terrorism. (Jan 2003)
  • Rated 100% by FAIR, indicating a voting record restricting immigration. (Dec 2003)
  • Rated 100% by USBC, indicating a sealed-border stance. (Dec 2006)
  • Declare English as the official language of the US. (Feb 2007)
Jane Norton on Immigration
Republican Senate Challenger (2010); previously Lt. Gov.: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jane Norton on other issues.
  • Secure our borders; no amnesty. (Dec 2009)
John Salazar on Immigration
Democratic Representative (CO-3): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for John Salazar on other issues.
  • Voted NO on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted NO on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Rated 17% by USBC, indicating an open-border stance. (Dec 2006)
Ken Salazar on Immigration
Democratic Jr Senator (CO): Click here for 13 full quotes OR click here for Ken Salazar on other issues.
  • Give benefits to children of longtime illegal immigrants. (Oct 2004)
  • Opportunity for undocumented workers to gain legal status. (Aug 2004)
  • Decrease illegal immigration; stronger border enforcement. (Jul 2004)
  • Voted YES on continuing federal funds for declared "sanctuary cities". (Mar 2008)
  • Voted YES on comprehensive immigration reform. (Jun 2007)
  • Voted NO on declaring English as the official language of the US government. (Jun 2007)
  • Voted NO on eliminating the "Y" nonimmigrant guestworker program. (May 2007)
  • Voted NO on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on allowing illegal aliens to participate in Social Security. (May 2006)
  • Voted YES on giving Guest Workers a path to citizenship. (May 2006)
  • Sponsored comprehensive immigration reform, without amnesty. (May 2005)
  • Provide funding for social services for noncitizens. (May 2006)
  • Rated 0% by USBC, indicating an open-border stance. (Dec 2006)
Bob Schaffer on Immigration
Senate challenger 2008; previously Republican Representative (CO-4): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Bob Schaffer on other issues.
  • Opposes sanctuary cities; help local police enforce law. (Oct 2008)
  • Voted NO on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • Voted YES on more immigrant visas for skilled workers. (Sep 1998)
  • More visas for families of lawful immigrants. (May 1999)
David Skaggs on Immigration
Democrat (District 2): Click here for the full quote OR click here for David Skaggs on other issues.
  • Voted YES on more immigrant visas for skilled workers. (Sep 1998)
Mark Udall on Immigration
Democratic Representative (CO-2): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Mark Udall on other issues.
  • Program for illegal immigrants to come out of the shadows. (Oct 2008)
  • Block illegal immigrants from receiving benefits. (Oct 2008)
  • Voted NO on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Voted YES on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • Rated 33% by USBC, indicating a mixed record on open borders. (Dec 2006)
Michael Bennet on Immigration
Democratic Presidential Challenger; CO Senator: Click here for 14 full quotes OR click here for Michael Bennet on other issues.
  • Don't decriminalize border; it's Trump's nativist hostility. (Jul 2019)
  • Family separation more like Holocaust than Statue of Liberty. (Jun 2019)
  • Path to citizenship for DREAMers; oppose family separation. (May 2019)
  • Trump is anti-immigrant; immigrants are a positive force. (Jan 2018)
  • America is a unique place for refugees to succeed. (Jan 2018)
  • Path to citizenship for millions living in the shadows. (Sep 2016)
  • More National Guard troops on border; then amnesty. (Oct 2010)
  • Sponsor and enthusiastic support of the DREAM Act. (Sep 2010)
  • Our borders not secure; create a path to citizenship. (Jul 2009)
  • Supports continued funding of sanctuary cities. (Sep 2010)
  • Supports granting amnesty to illegal immigrants. (Sep 2010)
  • Opposes full implementation of current border security laws. (Sep 2010)
  • Terminate national emergency at the Southern border. (Mar 2019)
  • Increase both high-skill and family-based visa caps. (Sep 2019)
Lauren Boebert on Immigration
Republican (District 3): Click here for Lauren Boebert on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Mark Udall on Immigration
Democratic Representative (CO-2): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Mark Udall on other issues.
  • Program for illegal immigrants to come out of the shadows. (Oct 2008)
  • Block illegal immigrants from receiving benefits. (Oct 2008)
  • Voted NO on building a fence along the Mexican border. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on preventing tipping off Mexicans about Minuteman Project. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on reporting illegal aliens who receive hospital treatment. (May 2004)
  • Voted YES on extending Immigrant Residency rules. (May 2001)
  • Rated 33% by USBC, indicating a mixed record on open borders. (Dec 2006)

                                                                                                                                                                               
  

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