Session #110 · 2007–09

Speech #1100088992

Is that the new face of passionate conservatism? If my Republican colleagues actually think for one moment that this proposal to cut millions of children short reflects American family values. it is clear proof just how out of touch they have become with the values and priorities of hardworking American families. Let me clear up one myth. the myth that this motion is somehow about keeping illegal immigrants from receiving SCHIP insurance. The truth is that under present law and in this reauthorization. illegal immigrants do not qualify for SCHIP benefits. period. This is nothing more than an overused. wornout. divisive feardriven tactic with no basis in fact. Its a transparent fig leaf to hide the real purpose of this motion. which is to take care of the powerful special interests who put their profits above the interest of 11 million American children.
Keywords matched
illegal immigrants

Classification

Sentiment
Neutral
Stereotyping
No
Confidence
95%
Model
gemini-2.0-flash
Framing
Legal / procedural

Speaker & context

Speaker
THOMAS EDWARDS
Party
D
Chamber
H
State
TX
Gender
M
Date
2007-08-04
Speech ID
1100088992
Paragraph
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