As Congress begins the debate on illegal immigration, the American public is cautiously supportive. Two recent polls show that just over half the public favor allowing workers illegally in the country applying for citizenship. And, as the table below shows, it doesn’t appear to matter if they are labeled “illegal” or “undocumented.”
Also, only about a quarter of the population approves having them leave the U.S.
The key to progress has been the reduction in polarization due to a bipartisan group of senators working on a compromise. Florida Senator Marco Rubio has taken the Republican lead and some of the heat.
The key will be if the Democrats and especially President Obama want a solution or a campaign issue in 2014.
See:
Wall Street Journal:
Rubio walks fine line in immigration revamp
CBS News:
Poll: Most support letting working illegal immigrants stay in U.S.
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