Find the hidden supporters of the Senate immigration bill. Rasmussen:

there is a bi-partisan lack of enthusiasm for the Senate bill. It is supported by 22% of Republicans, 23% of Democrats, and 22% of those not affiliated with either major party. It is opposed by 52% of Republicans, 50% of Democrats, and 48% of unaffiliateds.

From an ideological perspective, the bill is opposed by 59% of conservatives, 54% of liberals, and 45% of political moderates. Among those for whom none of the traditional ideological labels apply, just 20% are opposed. Support is found from 20% of conservatives, 32% of liberals, and 18% of moderates.

Just 32% believe it would be better to pass the current bill instead of doing nothing. Forty-five percent (45%) believe it would be better to pass nothing at all. If the current bill passed, 71% of American voters believe that another bill would be required to focus on securing the border and reducing illegal immigration…

reducing illegal immigration is the first priority for voters but only 16% believe the Senate bill would reduce illegal immigration. In fact, 41% believe the Senate bill would make things worse and lead to even more illegal immigration.

These are amazing numbers. Liberals, moderates and conservatives oppose the bill by large margins. Democrats, Republicans and Independents oppose the bill by better than 2 to 1 margins, and yet it slogs along.

Did you find the hidden supporters? Hint: “Among those for whom none of the traditional ideological labels apply, just 20% are opposed.” That’s right. Those who don’t have an opinion or slant on the great issues of the day likewise do not oppose the bill. Some group!

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