But don't worry--not only are dead-enders like our own dear Doug R, totally opposed to the deal, but quite a few illegal immigrants have concerns too. So would I, if I were an illegal immigrant. The $5,000 fine is a problem, but surmountable. But all heads of household would have to return to their "country of origin" for the stupidly artificial "touch-back" provision. Then they have to trust that the US will let them in again--and very quickly, since otherwise they may well lose jobs and their families will suffer.

The government will carry out a brand- new bureaucratic procedure with exemplary efficiency.

Right. About that bridge I have to sell Teribus.....

And that assumes that illegal immigrants will trust the government at all. And what reason have they been given so far to trust the government?

If I were an illegal immigrant, no way would I sign on to a procedure that requires me to leave the US. I wouldn't come out of the shadows for this.

So, all you giant intellects who wave the bloody flag of "amnesty", don't worry. The bill as it stands is going nowhere---especially since Pelosi is insisting on a guarantee by the White House of 70 House Republicans before she'll bring the bill up. For a glimpse of the likely reception in the House, look for instance, at the calm measured response by that paragon of clear thinking, Doug R, to support of the bill by Senator Kyl.

We'll just have to wait a few more elections, til the growing electoral influence of the fastest growing ethnic group--legally-- has its results.