Is America's political center out to lunch
Joe Gandelman, syndicated columnist, responds to a 10 year old reader and Virginia Schmidlap about the state of moderates in U S politics. He argues the center is fluid, moderates shrinking yet influential, and warns against inflexible positions. He cites media culture shifts and political maneuvers involving Palin Cruz Boehner and Obama to illustrate the partisan climate.
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Obama’s $4B plea amid border child crisis critique
Syndicated cartoonist Rick Jensen frames a harsh critique of President Obama’s immigration policy and proposed $4 billion funding. The piece links DACA to increased child arrivals, cites Perry’s 2012 warning, and questions deportation figures, suggesting Ellis Island style reform and English education as alternatives. Jensen cites Breitbart leaks and ICE bids to argue the crisis was anticipated and exploitation is involved.
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Immigration crisis debate misses core causes says Ron Paul
Former congressman and syndicated columnist Ron Paul argues that both major parties share responsibility for the immigration crisis. He links it to the failed war on drugs and argues for real reform by changing policies rather than funding more welfare or enforcement. He warns current efforts address symptoms, not root causes.
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