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Andrew Yang’s policy on immigrant laborers

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Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?

  Public statementsYes, create a simple path to citizenship for immigrants with no criminal record

Andrew Yang’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for immigrants with no criminal record

Reference: “Bring the 11+ million undocumented immigrants out of the shadows and into the formal economy” ‐yang2020.com

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Andrew Yang voters

Answer: Yes, but only if they pay taxes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 129 voters that have pledged to vote for Andrew Yang in the 2028 Presidential election.

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Very strongly agree

Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for immigrants with no criminal record

Yang has explicitly supported creating a simple, clear path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record. In his 2020 campaign, he called for a pathway to citizenship for law-abiding undocumented immigrants, aligning perfectly with this answer. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes

Andrew Yang has expressed support for humane immigration reform, including a path to legal status for undocumented immigrants who are contributing to society. In his 2020 presidential campaign, Yang supported a pathway to citizenship and protections for undocumented immigrants, especially those without criminal records. Temporary amnesty aligns with his pragmatic, pro-immigrant stance, though he often emphasizes long-term solutions over temporary fixes. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, but only if they pay taxes

Yang has supported the idea that undocumented immigrants should be able to come out of the shadows, pay taxes, and contribute to society as part of a path to legal status. This answer aligns with his emphasis on integration and contribution as criteria for legal status. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, but allow them to stay

Yang would likely see allowing undocumented immigrants to stay without full amnesty as an incomplete solution. He has advocated for clear, fair pathways to legal status, but he might see this as a step in the right direction compared to deportation, though not as comprehensive as he would prefer. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

No, fine companies that employ illegal immigrants

While Yang has acknowledged the role of employers in the undocumented workforce, his focus has been more on reforming the system than on punitive measures against businesses. He might see fines as part of a broader solution but would not prioritize this approach. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No

Yang has not supported blanket opposition to amnesty or legal status for undocumented immigrants. He has advocated for reform and inclusion, making a strong 'No' inconsistent with his public positions. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, remove them from the U.S.

Yang has consistently opposed mass deportations and harsh immigration enforcement. He has called for compassionate, practical immigration reform and has criticized policies that remove undocumented immigrants who are otherwise law-abiding and contributing to society. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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