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First, their policy agenda is not only terrible, but also contradictory and in many cases in direct opposition to the party's stated priorities. For example they constantly claim economic growth as a priority, then block programs to allow more foreign students to earn advanced degrees from American universities to stay here to work, start companies and contribute to increasing U.S. prosperity.
The is wrong. The GOP has passed this type bill in the House and introduced one in the Senate that was quashed by the Dem leadership. It is seen by comprehensive reform advocates (mostly Dem but also guys like Jeb Bush) as harmful to the cause. The want the GOP to accept the sweet (more high skilled workers, greater boarder security) as well as the sour (amnesty).