Immigration and Conservative Political Strategy

Panelists talked about the use of immigration as a political wedge issue, using a paper by Ruy Teixeira, “The Coming End of the Culture War… read more

Panelists talked about the use of immigration as a political wedge issue, using a paper by Ruy Teixeira, “The Coming End of the Culture Wars,” as the starting point. In his remarks Mr. Teixeira argued that shifting demographics have rendered obsolete polarizing issues such as immigration that conservatives have utilized in recent elections. Other topics included ongoing debate on health care reform, how Democrats can maintain Latino voters, and immigration reform. Following their discussion panelists replied to questions from audience members. close

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  • EJ Dionne Columnist Washington Post
  • Angela M. Kelley Vice President Center for American Progress->Immigration Policy and Advocacy
  • Ana Navarro National Co-Chair (Former) McCain Hispanic Advisory Council
  • Frank Sharry Founder and Executive Director America's Voice
  • Ruy Teixeira Senior Fellow Center for American Progress
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Immigration and Conservative Political Strategy

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Program ID:
288528-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Aug 25, 2009 | 12:05pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Sep 09, 2009 | 8:31am EDT | C-SPAN 3

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  • Aug 25, 2009 | 12:05pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Aug 26, 2009 | 5:29am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Aug 29, 2009 | 12:59am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Aug 30, 2009 | 2:07pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Sep 09, 2009 | 2:30am EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Sep 09, 2009 | 8:31am EDT | C-SPAN 3
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