Forum Publications
Immigration as a Wedge Issue: Little Payoff; Big Opportunity Cost
March 05, 2008
An analysis of the promotion of deportation-only policies as an electoral wedge issue—its effectiveness with the general electorate and its impact on the Latino vote.
Immigration Enforcement in the Wake of Immigration Reform’s Collapse
February 02, 2008
A summary of some of the government’s enforcement actions and a handful of government rules issued in 2007 affecting immigrant rights.
Bizarre Proposals to “End” Illegal Immigration
January 02, 2008
A list of some of the more extreme deportation-only proposals introduced in the 110th Congress.
While Debate Rages, the Public Continues to Support Realistic Immigration Solutions
December 10, 2007
A summary of public opinion polling from mainstream news organizations from late 2006 through 2007 showing continued support for immigration reform that includes a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.
S.1984 AT A GLANCE - The Kyl-Specter-McCain-Martinez-Cornyn-Graham-Sessions-McConnell Immigration Enforcement and Border Security Act of 2007
September 28, 2007
A short summary of the Immigration Enforcement and Border Security Act.
Immigration Enforcement and Border Security Act of 2007 (S. 1984) - Section-by-Section Analysis
September 08, 2007
A section-by-section analysis of the enforcement-only bill introduced by Senators Martinez, McCain, Graham, Specter, and Kyl.
Backgrounder: Immigration Law Enforcement by State and Local Police
August 31, 2007
An issue brief making the case against using state and local police to enforce federal immigration laws.
Senate Immigration Bill Floor Consideration: Round 2 - Amendments at a Glance
June 26, 2007
Describes amendments to the Senate’s comprehensive immigration reform legislation proposed to be considered on the Senate floor during the week of June 25th.
Questions and Answers about the Senate Immigration Bill
May 24, 2007
Answers commonly asked questions about the Senate comprhenensive immigration reform bill.
A National Survey of Voter Attitudes on Immigration
April 25, 2007
This poll shows that interest among voters in passing comprehensive immigration reform has increased since last year, and that support for comprehensive reform with a path to citizenship is still strong.
