President Barack Obama's anticipated order that would shield millions of immigrants now living illegally in the U.S. from deportation is not without precedent.Two of the last three Republican presidents — Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush — did the same thing in extending amnesty to family members who were not covered by the last major overhaul of immigration law in 1986.Read more: www.businessinsider. com/reagan-and-bush- made-immigration-exe cutive-orders-2

For a man as arrogant as Obama who had the media lapping at his heels for the last 6 years.....this has to be a kick in his gut.......I hope republicans grow some balls and put an end to this dictatorship that he has tried to run...I really didn't like Clinton but I at least respected him for his ability to compromise with republicans..........The emperor has no clothes................ www.politico.com/blo gs/media/2014/11/whi te-house-hits-tv-net works-for-skipp

President Barack Obama's anticipated order that would shield millions of immigrants now living illegally in the U.S. from deportation is not without precedent.Two of the last three Republican presidents — Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush — did the same thing in extending amnesty to family members who were not covered by the last major overhaul of immigration law in 1986.Read more: www.businessinsider. com/reagan-and-bush- made-immigration-exe cutive-orders-2

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>> @Undecided: Your citation clearly explains the difference in the situation. You do see that, don't you?Nevertheless, after lots of reading I firmly believe that the President has the authority to grant this amnesty as a matter of prosecutorial discretion. But, it needs to be limited in scope......better not be any entitlements, citizenships, Work visas limited to the balance of his term, etc. If the EO stays within the framework, it's prolly ok. Easily undone in two years if the voters desire.Now,my question is this. Mr. President, @rocket, Undecided, et al, how does this action benefit 300 million citizens of the USA? And if any here can answer that question with cognitive discourse, I'd appreciate a response that includes the price for this grandstanding action. And please factor in that the next Congress won't give an extra dime to fund this. Our immigration system needs work for sure. I've had personal interactions with employees who grew up in this country, graduated HS with honors, attended college, etc.......all while lacking a valid SS card. But our system of government doesn't allow for a narcissistic,would be monarch to unilaterally fix it in His and his camp followers image.Any responses are appreciated. It's a good subject for honest debate. ****edit****I didn't address Art 2 of the Constitution because I don't believe the Pres will venture into the permanent pardon empowered there. Whatever else he may be, he isn't stupid. Or, he could prove me wrong and seriously over reach.......we'll see.

^^^That is not what Mac said...and I assume you are talking about the other post...But there are several of the left on this forum, that cannot seem to read things in the context of which they are written. They go right to something, and then twist to fit whatever argument they want to have. Nice work as usual Clydepuckett.