[Bob]

No, the operative word is guest. It doesn't include any 'path to citizenship'. Workers apply in their own country, are only allowed in on the basis of our labor needs, and return to their own country when their term is done. IIRC, under previous programs, a substantial portion of their earnings was held in escrow until they did leave the country. A guest worker program does not mean amnesty by any stretch of the imagination.

[Vigilanteman]

Here are the Senators who voted against the Cornyn amendment , which would have established a permanent bar for gang members, terrorists, and other criminals looking to snag a shamnesty visa. Republicans highlighted in red:

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Charles Bronson . . .

Didn't know he was still around.