In short, what Kennedy and McCain have offered is almost exactly the opposite of what a majority of Americans wants. Polls have consistently shown that the public favors less immigration, not more, and desires enforcement, not leniency. This is the message that resounds at the grassroots level. “We want just three things,” says Streitz. “Protect the borders, enforce the laws, and no amnesties.”
Had to check the source of the article after this paragraph...yup, The American Conservative. Just wish our Congress-Critters would figure this out, though.