Public Demands More Effective Border Security
The American public expects the Federal government to implement more effective measures to stop the flow of illegal immigrants across the border with Mexico, according to a poll conducted by The Conservative Caucus (TCC).
The goal of U.S. border policy should be a complete elimination of illegal immigration, according to 95% of those questioned. When asked about specifics, 93% favored a combination of fencing, more Border Patrol agents, physical and electronic surveillance, and deployment of the U.S. military. Concerning the fence, 60% supported twin 15-foot high cyclone fences with razor wire, motion sensors, and observation towers, with a two-lane road between them.
A strong 89% wanted the 700-mile fence previously approved by Congress to be completed promptly.
Amnesty for illegal aliens in the U.S. was supported by only 2%, and opposed by 97%.
Respondents urged the government to encourage Mexico to do more to help stem the flow of illegal immigration. Seventy-nine percent favored a mix of diplomatic discussions, a letter of protest, sanctions, and military action.
The poll was conducted by mail during the summer with about 2,500 responses.
The Conservative Caucus (TCC) is a grass roots action organization, formed in 1974. It was active in defeating the SALT II Treaty, repealing the Catastrophic Coverage Act, blocking the Clinton health-care takeover, and impeaching President Clinton.
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