Posted on 09/09/2007 4:05:17 PM PDT by NapkinUser
In a press release issued, former Governor Mike Huckabee took issue with the Tancredo campaign's characterization of him as a pro-amnesty politician. Unfortunately for the Governor, the facts support the label.
Fact #1. As Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee denounced an immigration bill (Arkansas Senate Bill 206) that "would have required proof of citizenship to register to vote and would have required state agencies to report suspected cases of people living in the country illegally."
(Doug Thompson, "Immigration Bill un-christian..governor says"Arkansas News Bureau 1/28/05)
Fact #2. As Governor, Mike Huckabee offered a proposal to give state funded scholarships and state benefits to illegal aliens.
(Laura Kellams, "Huckabee Plan would give aid to illegal aliens" Arkansas Democrat Gazette 1/12/2005)
Fact #3. Governor Huckabee supported a Bush-backed immigration plan that provides a path to citizenship for some illegal aliens.
(CNN 2008 Election Center, http://edition.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/candidates/mike.huckabee.html)
Fact #4. Governor Huckabee refuses to sign the "No Amnesty Pledge".
The Governor is suffering from what is called "amnesty amnesia". It is a contagious ailment spreading rapidly through the ranks of the Republican presidential candidates.
Watch Huckabee admit to selling out our citizenship to illegal aliens. He thinks it's not amnesty, but illegal aliens still get the grand prize: citizenship.
YouTube: Huckabee Happily Sells Citizenship to Illegals
Stick a Fork in Him! He’s done!
As George Burns might have said: “Say Goodnight Huckabee.”
God Bless the Internet!
I remember Huckabee supporting amnesty,that is when I wrote him off.
The same media that can not understand why conservatives do not want McCain keep saying this clown is a contender for V.P.
I would have thought that anyone giving consideration to a run for higher office would have considered how the citizens felt about illegal immigration before supporting the “right to vote” for illegal aliens.
Huck’s switch tells me all I need to know about him.
Just another contemptible politician.
Sickening.
I think amnesty can work.
Give them 30 days to get out!
Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee said Wednesday the nation is being given a chance to make up for past racism by the way it handles the influx of Hispanics.
Huckabee, a Republican who is considering a run for president in 2008, said Arkansas has made progress on racial justice and has a fresh opportunity to do the right thing in the way it welcomes the growing Hispanic population.
[i]I would have thought that anyone giving consideration to a run for higher office would have considered how the citizens felt about illegal immigration before supporting the “right to vote” for illegal aliens.[/i]
Maybe his secretary forgot to tell him?
So to Heck with the IIRA, eh Huckabee?
From this link...
In-State Tuition for Undocumented Students in Utah
Section 505 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA) states that “An alien who is not lawfully present in the United States shall not be eligible on the basis of residence within a State…for any postsecondary benefit unless a citizen or nation of the United States is eligible for such a benefit (in no less an amount, duration, and scope) without regard to whether the citizen or national is such a resident.” Section 401 of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) states that an “alien who is not a qualified alien [i.e., not a lawful permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or aslyee or alien lawfully present in the U.S. under two other laws] is not eligible for any public benefit…” However, supporters of these laws argue that the IIRIRA and the PRWORA do not prevent or prohibit a state from granting in-state tuition to undocumented students.
Guess we know where Huckabee stands, don't we?
He sounded good on the fence, then drifted off into the amnesty is not an amnesty downward sprialing black hole of has been Republican candidates.
I like Mike, but this is unacceptable to me.
These guys are going to have to get with the program or retire. That’s it in a nutshell. I don’t want him anywhere near the White House if he can’t understand this issue.
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| Posted by cradle of freedom On News/Activism 08/15/2007 7:54:10 PM CDT · 2 replies · 34+ views Arkansas News Bureau | June 30, 2005 | Wesley Brown Huckabee promotes 'open door' policy at LULAC convention Thursday, Jun 30, 2005 By Wesley Brown Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - In a impassioned speech before hundreds of influential Hispanic civil rights leaders from across the nation, Gov. Mike Huckabee told a captive audience Wednesday that America is great because it has always opened it doors up to people seeking a better way of life. "Do unto others as you would have others do unto you," Huckabee said, citing the Golden Rule. "I have tried to govern that way and it stands to reason that I really do believe that... |
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Ping.
I saw Huckabee preach at Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis during the late Dr. Rogers illness. He is one slick talker.
He'd be disingenuous if he said otherwise. sw
I saw Huckabee preach at Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis during the late Dr. Rogers illness. He is one slick talker.
16 posted on 09/09/2007 5:28:33 PM MDT by Sybeck1
But based on his attitudes, he is not a follower of the Christ.
shalom b'shem Yah'shua
However, it does not reflect especially well on Tancredo when his organization issues a news release/campaign statement with an awkward and amateurish lead sentence.
I wonder if Gov Huckabee can truthfully say that he would build a fence and deport the illegals?
I doubt it. Isn’t it amazing that back in the times of Hoover and Eisenhower illegals were deported; probabaly at a fraction of the cost. Of course, today, we have all kinds of techinology at our fingertips. No more lying by our goverment, business, dimwits, etc. This can be done and it will be done.
We Americans can not understand why Mexicans can not clean up their own country? This is the sign of cowards with no backbones.
I listened to his “Americans always welcome good people” drivel for a few minutes and put him into the loser column inmediatamente.
I’m not sure what he is doing now, but he is an articulate, knowledgeable accomplished politician.
Little Rock - Governor Huckabee says he’s not afraid of risking his political future by speaking out against a recent immigration raid at an Arkadelphia poultry plant even though he says calls to his office have been “about 1,000 to one’’ against his position.
The governor says many of the callers are angry and use profanity. He says immigration is a very emotional issue and people become irrational over it.
http://www.katv.com/news/stories/0805/249679.html
“I would hope that no matter who we are, or where we are from, that America should always be a place that opens its arms, opens it heart, opens its spirit to people who come because they want the best for their families ...,” Huckabee said as the largely Hispanic audience gave him a standing ovation.
Huckabee was the keynote speaker, along with Tyson Foods Inc. Chairman and CEO John Tyson
Gee, like what does he expect?
He is worse than a Rino. Must have been promised something for his allegence to this.
Gov Beebe is following in hucks footsteps. Last week he getting the word out about the state reaching out to hispanics and showing them the ropes of state services. and of course gleeful our local abc affiliate reporterette MUNOZ reported it.
...When people say illegal immigrants take jobs from Americans, Huckabee said he asks them to name someone “who cannot get a job because a Mexican illegally here has taken the job they want.”
“If that’s the case, if you can get me their name and phone number by five this afternoon, I can have them making a bed, plucking a chicken, tarring a roof or picking a tomato by the morning at 8 o’ clock,” he said.
No one has been able to give him a name, he said. Illegal immigrants have jobs Americans don’t want, he said...
I have my doubts about Thompson, too. I need much more convincing on him.
It really boils down to their past actions, comments, voting records and inner circles/contributors--nothing to do with what any of them spin today and for the next four or five months..
If they don't pass the smell test, I say, "Flush Em!"
There is too much at stake.
There is too much to lose.
We cannot afford another 8 years of do-nothing, open borders, compassionate conservatism.
AS A COUNTRY, WE WILL DIE!!
so, what do we do? sit out the next election?
I don’t think Huckabee will even carry Arkansas...at least I hope not.
Liberty2007, I like the name. By the way, welcome.
so, what do we do? sit out the next election?
Vote for Duncan Hunter or Tancredo.
One President from Arkansas was one too many.
No.
Just now I realized.
I forgot to say "WELCOME TO FREE REPUBLIC!"
I usually try to welcome all the newbies to this forum.
4,000 ID's issued by Mexican consulate; Huckabee lobbied for it
Arkansas Ping
We Are Not Fooled!
Done... I am afraid not. My fear is that some lame brain RINO will pick him as a running mate (Feeling that they need a Southern “conservative” to win)...
If Rudi were to win the nomination, I think this would be a very real possibility
In the Primary or General?
Actually, I have doubts about him carrying either here in Arkansas - but has a better chance in the Primary. If the General Election is in question - then Hillary will carry Arkansas (I hate to admit it, but the Arkansas Republican Party has pretty much collapsed. They have a hard time fielding candidates at all - and when a good solid candidate does emerge, they won't help him out... And to top it off - there are a BUNCH of Hillary supporters still in this state. It is very much like a religion. One of the most disgusting displays I have ever witnessed.
Have you seen Ellery’s analysis of Thompson’s “bad” illegal votes?
I have wondered what the Huckster thinks about Luke 9:62. As a Minister, he did have his hand to the plow and He chose to leave it. I guess politics pays more than the ministry.
I dont think we will get a chance to. I have made up my mind to write in Tancredo.
Well Mikey, for all your good points that I do like, this seals your fate with me ol’ boy. As they say on the game show: “You are the weakest link. GOODBYE!!!”
Something I’ve noticed: There are some rabid Fred supporters, Romney supporters, Hunter supporters and even some Rudy supporters here on Free Republic. BUT, I’ve yet to see that Huckabee has any following at all amongst Freepers.
If you’re out there, let us hear from you.
Ping - this thread has been added to my Huckster list.
Anyone interested in reading a few facts about Huck’s RINO political history, check out my profile page for a list of articles.
It takes more to be a true limited government adherent than just believing in Jesus and being pro-life...
Huckabee is a nice guy, but he is not a conservative.
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