2016 CO Senate race: on Immigration

Darryl Glenn: Start reform with securing the border

A: Any conversation about immigration reform must start with securing the border. The first duty of government is national security, and that doesn't exist until we know who is coming into and out of the country. We must secure the border and enforce existing laws that govern our immigration policy. I fully support a policy of legal immigration that brings to our nation those that will enrich the fabric of our country while respecting the rule of law.

Michael Bennet: Path to citizenship for millions living in the shadows

Bennet: As a member of the Gang of Eight, I was part of a bipartisan team that collaborated to fix our broken immigration system. Our comprehensive immigration reform bill included a path to citizenship for millions living in the shadows, as well as measures to strengthen border security and reform our outdated visa system. It passed the Senate with 68 votes, but Washington dysfunction got in the way and House obstructionists blocked a vote.

Darryl Glenn: End federal funding for sanctuary cities; no amnesty

There is clearly a dire need to address the growing impact of illegal immigration. Congress and the President must first secure our borders and ports. Border and port security should be treated as a national security issue free from partisan grandstanding. Next, Congress and the President must demonstrate a willingness to enforce all of the laws currently enacted to govern our immigration policy. This also includes implementing changes that create efficiencies and greater fiscal accountability. Finally, if additional changes are necessary, Congress and the President must enact immigration policies that are grounded in the rule of law, maintain the safety and security of our citizen and that benefit our economy.

Jon Keyser: First step needs to be securing our border

Peg Littleton: Welcome those who provide a net gain to society

Tim Neville: No discussion of reform until border is completely secured