Immigration reform unlikely until after 2012 election

I don't think anyone will be surprised at this idea. The second term will be easier to get something done, especially if the Democrats do well next time. - - Donna Poisl

by ALLAN WERNICK, DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER

Another Presidential speech, another flurry of emails from well-meaning activists urging support for immigration reform. Unfortunately, I'm afraid we will all be disappointed. Unless we see an overwhelming display of advocacy by immigrants, students, educators, religious leaders and unions, immigrants must face the bitter news: immigration reform is unlikely until at least after the 2012 elections.

Despite President Obama's stirring words of support, the political, social and economic conditions in our country make me more discouraged than ever. Even the Dream Act - the proposal to give legal status to students who came here while still children - is unlikely to get through the House and Senate, even with the President's support.
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