I thank the distinguished ranking member. Addressing the situation generally as to what we face now on the immigration bill. I think it is most unfortunate. really unacceptable. that the compromise arrangement has fallen through. I believe this legislation is vital for Americas interests. vital for our national security interests. vital for our economic interests. and vital for our humanitarian interests. The agreement has been decimated. has fallen through. because of partisan politics. Regrettably. partisan politics plays too large a role on both sides of the aisle. with Democrats and Republicans. and there is more concern about political advantage in this situationas it is in many situations--than there is on public policy and the public welfare.
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