The fight over taxes trumped the fight over the undocumented this week. No time for GOP handwringing over “illegals.” The rich want to make sure they get their dole extended.
I hope the people who want the tax cuts know that the undocumented pay more than their share in taxes. They don’t need a tax cut. But they sure merit a reward for being productive members of our society. Residency, citizenship? None of that should be withheld.
The House passed the Dream Act this week to give the young undocumented hope. But passing the dream in the Senate will be a problem next week.
On Thursday, the Senate voted to put off the measure till next week because many Senate Republicans said they’d filibuster the bill if it came up before the tax compromise.
So the delay gives more time for supporters to lobby.
Check out my regular post to see the key senators who are important in the vote. It’s on my regular column/blog:
