Author: Seth Hoy

Sen. McCain Blames Unauthorized Immigrants for Arizona Wildfires

Sen. McCain Blames Unauthorized Immigrants for Arizona Wildfires

Posted by | Jun 20, 2011 |

During a press conference Saturday, Sen. McCain blamed undocumented immigrants for the devastating wildfires sweeping through Arizona and southern states, suggesting they started fires to “divert law enforcement agents.” While a U.S. Forest Service official stated there is no evidence suggesting undocumented immigrants are to blame, Sen. McCain, like many restrictionists, took the opportunity to […]

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Immigration Tops Economy as Most Important Issue for Latino Voters

Immigration Tops Economy as Most Important Issue for Latino Voters

Posted by | Jun 14, 2011 | ,

According to a poll released yesterday, “U.S. immigration policy” beat out “economy and jobs” as the issue most important for Hispanic voters. The poll, conducted by independent research firm Latino Decisions, asked 500 registered Hispanic voters to name the most important issues facing Hispanics. 51% of respondents said “immigration;” 35% said “economy and jobs;” and […]

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