Gubernatorial campaign websites: on Immigration
Lupe Valdez:
Wants immigration reform that gives a pathway to citizenship
As the state with the most diverse population and the 2nd longest border in the country, we should be leading the way on how to keep criminal elements out of country while also treating our immigrant communities with dignity and respect.
We need to enact comprehensive immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship and stop attacks on our DREAMers and end cruel policies that target Texans based on ethnicity and citizenship status, which only make us less safe.
Source: 2018 Texas Gubernatorial campaign website LupeValdez.com
Oct 9, 2018
Molly Kelly:
Strongly opposes Trump's immigration and border law changes
Our country and our state are stronger because of immigrants. But the Trump Administration is violating human rights and common sense by ripping children from their parents' arms at the southern border, failing to recognize legitimate asylum claims
and even seeking to deport Dreamers and people with legal permanent resident status. Trump has truly created a deportation force and given enforcement agents carte blanche to treat certain people as less than human.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire Governor campaign website MollyKelly.com
Oct 9, 2018
Philip Levine:
Fully supports a pathway to citizenship for immigrants
We are a state and a nation of immigrants, and the American Dream is the ability to move and immigrate to the United States. Philip knows that diversity is our strength and a competitive advantage. As Governor,
Philip fully supports a path to citizenship for those who are here and want to contribute to our society. He will stand strong against President Trump to defend the thousands of DREAMers who were brought to our country for a better life.
Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com
Oct 9, 2018
Jeff Johnson:
Opposes sanctuary state and all sanctuary cities
Though hard to believe, the DFL candidates for governor support the concept of "sanctuary cities" and, in fact, want to make Minnesota a "sanctuary state." This would mean that local law enforcement would be prohibited from working with
federal agents tasked with enforcing our country's immigration laws. I will not allow Minnesota to become a sanctuary state and will work with the legislature to ban sanctuary cities in Minnesota.
Source: 2018 Minnesota JohnsonForGovernor.org campaign website
Sep 1, 2018
Ben Jealous:
For society to be healthy all members need to be embraced
Immigrants have shaped our state since before it was founded. We have a moral responsibility to ensure members of our community are afforded equal opportunity, but we also have an economic responsibility to cultivate the talent immigrant families bring.
Immigrants are doctors, nurses, and students. They serve in our police forces and teach our children in school. They deserve our protection and policies that attempt to break up communities hurt all of us, not just those who weren't born here.
Source: 2018 Maryland Gubernatorial campaign website, BenJealous.com
Jun 26, 2018
Walker Stapleton:
Sanctuary cities are a direct threat to public safety
The proliferation of so-called 'Sanctuary Cities' is a direct threat to public safety and rule of law in Colorado. These policies have put new challenges in front of our law enforcement community who have now been
told by certain jurisdictions to ignore federal immigration laws. No Sheriff, Police Chief or any of our public safety officer should EVER be fearful of retaliation or litigation simply for upholding their oath office to ensure public safety in Colorado.
Source: 2018 gubernatorial campaign website StapletonForColorado.com
Jun 23, 2018
Yancey McGill:
Do everything to prevent illegal immigrants in our state
Immigration: Since September 11, 2001, more than 400 Americans have been killed or injured by foreign-based or inspired terrorist attacks. This horrific number doesn't even take into account the terrorist attacks thwarted by state police and the
FBI, saving many more Americans.Our concern has always been and will always be the safety of South Carolinians over the unnecessary influx of dangerous or illegal immigrants who could potentially put our people in harm's way.
We encourage lawful and responsible immigration for people coming to our country and our state seeking a better life for themselves and their families.
But we will do everything within our power to support and aid our law enforcement agencies in
preventing illegal immigrants from entering and residing in our state. We will not allow any refugees from known terror-ridden countries or regions into this state without a full and thorough vetting process. Period.
Source: 2018 Gubernatorial campaign website McGillForGovernor.com
May 2, 2018
Andrew White:
Weak borders are "Open for Business" for criminals
I believe in a secure border. I also believe in effective policies for legal immigration. I know there's a way to be rigorous and compassionate. I understand the challenges of this issue. Our weak borders have read like a 1,254-mile-long "Open for
Business" sign to millions of undocumented immigrants and the criminals who take advantage of them. For the sake of all of us who believe in law and safety, we must be strong on border security. We must also be compassionate.
Source: 2018 Texas Gubernatorial campaign website AndrewWhite.com
Feb 22, 2018
Andrew White:
Sanctuary City laws force police to do border patrol work
Local police fight crime, not illegal immigration. Border patrol agents fight illegal immigration. That's how law enforcement works. Let's be clear. The Sanctuary Cities law means that when Hispanic or Latino-Americans get pulled over in a state that's
nearly 39% Hispanic or Latino, they'll be asked to show their papers more often than ever. But, when people who look like me get pulled over, they probably won't even be asked. That's discrimination. Pure and simple. And that's not right.
Source: 2018 Texas Gubernatorial campaign website AndrewWhite.com
Feb 22, 2018
Raul Labrador:
Building wall is critical step against illegal immigrants
Securing the border is a critical step, but not the only step, in ending illegal immigration as we know it.
I agree with President Trump that border wall funding must be included in the next government funding bill.
Source: 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial campaign website labrador.house.gov
Aug 22, 2017
Raul Labrador:
Toughen laws against illegal immigrants
On May 24, the House Judiciary approved Rep. Labrador's bill, H.R. 2431, the Davis-Oliver Act giving states and localities authority to enforce federal immigration laws, and makes it more difficult for terrorists and criminals to enter our country.
On June 29, Rep. Labrador voted for Kate's Law, increasing penalties for deported felons who return to the U.S. and the No Sanctuary for Criminals Act, combating policies shielding illegal immigrants.
Source: 2018 Idaho Gubernatorial campaign website labrador.house.gov
Aug 22, 2017
Ed Perlmutter:
Pass comprehensive immigration reform
Throughout America's history, our nation's values and founding principles have been a beacon of hope for millions of immigrants striving to live in freedom. Ed's ancestors, like most Americans, were immigrants who came to America seeking a better life.
To this day, those same principles continue drawing people to our country. Reforming our nation's immigration system is a critical issue.There is bipartisan support among the American people AND in Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform.
The time is now to move forward to fix the system, create American jobs, lower our deficit, strengthen our borders and give millions of undocumented Americans an earned pathway to citizenship.
Ed has pushed for comprehensive immigration reform since his first day in office in 2007 because we must ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to society and achieve the American Dream.
Source: 2018 CO gubernatorial campaign website perlmutter.house.gov
May 2, 2017
Steve Marchand:
1st-generation American; sees positive power of immigration
Steve's passion on everything from the positive power of immigration, to the importance of entrepreneurism, come from his upbringing. You see, I know what economic anxiety feels like for many families today, because I grew up as a first-generation
American on the West Side of Manchester in a working-class home. My parents were immigrants to this country and neither graduated high school. Their work ethic was unmatched. They started small businesses. And they played by the rules.
There were times of deep economic anxiety along the way--and they never stopped working. They are America.
Through their hard work, I was able to be the first in my family to go to college. I've had good jobs in the public and private sectors.
And I've had the honor of serving the City of Portsmouth as a councilor and mayor.
I've lived the American Dream here in New Hampshire, and it gives me the optimism and confidence that future working families can live it, too.
Source: 2018 N.H. gubernatorial campaign website SteveMarchand.com
May 2, 2017
Jay Gonzalez:
No round-up of immigrants by National Guard
Gonzalez believes it's important for our Governor to make clear that Massachusetts would not participate in any plan now or in the future to round up undocumented immigrants. "Immigrants in our country are under attack by President Trump.
Now more than ever, we need a Governor who is going to stand up for every single person and make it crystal clear that hate and discrimination will not be tolerated," Gonzalez said."I call on Governor Baker to make clear that
Massachusetts will not participate if President Trump seeks to authorize the National Guard to round up undocumented immigrants in Massachusetts. Massachusetts has always stood for the values of inclusion, diversity, and compassion, and
Governor Baker should reassure our immigrant families today that he would not allow our National Guard to serve as an arm of President Trump's deportation forces."
Source: 2018 Massachusetts Governor campaign website jay4ma.com
Mar 11, 2017
Jay Gonzalez:
Safe Communities: no Muslim registry; no state enforcement
Jay Gonzalez urged Governor Baker to support the proposed Safe Communities Act and oppose federal efforts that would limit immigrant access to Massachusetts communities and would discriminate against immigrants and refugees based on religion and
national origin. The Safe Communities Act would:- Ensure Massachusetts does not aid in the creation of a Muslim registry by prohibiting the federal government from accessing state databases to use in any federal registry program based on
religion or national origin;
- Ensure anyone detained in the state is informed of their rights;
- Ensure that state, local, and campus police would not be forced to conduct immigration enforcement activities on behalf of the federal government.
Gonzalez said. "Massachusetts has a proud history of welcoming immigrants and refugees to our state. I am asking Governor Baker to fight back against President Trump's discriminatory immigration policies."
Source: 2018 Massachusetts Governor campaign website jay4ma.com
Mar 11, 2017
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