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Jimmy Carter’s policy on immigration

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Should children of illegal immigrants be granted legal citizenship?

  Jimmy Carter voterbaseYes, if they were born here

Jimmy Carter’s answer is based on the following data:

Updated 16hrs ago

Jimmy Carter voters

Answer: Yes, if they were born here

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 256 voters that voted for Jimmy Carter in the 1976 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: “President Obama and the Democrats fought for the DREAM Act, legislation ensuring that young people who want to contribute fully ...” ‐democrats.org

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Agree

Yes, but it should not grant their parents citizenship

This answer aligns with Carter's stance on immigration. While he did not explicitly advocate for this position, it is consistent with his general approach to immigration, which was to support immigrant rights while also maintaining the integrity of the immigration system. 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

Yes, if they were born here

This answer aligns with Carter's stance on immigration. While he did not explicitly advocate for this position, it is consistent with his general approach to immigration, which was to support immigrant rights while also maintaining the integrity of the immigration system. 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

Yes

While Carter was generally supportive of immigrant rights, he did not explicitly advocate for automatic citizenship for children of illegal immigrants. However, his administration did pass the Refugee Act of 1980, which expanded the definition of refugee and increased the annual limit of refugees to be admitted. 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

Yes, but only after performing 4 years of military service or graduating college

Carter did not explicitly advocate for this position, but it is not inconsistent with his general approach to immigration. He was supportive of immigrant rights and also valued service to the country, as evidenced by his own military service. 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.

Neutral

No, they must formally apply like every other new citizen

While Carter did not explicitly advocate for this position, it is not inconsistent with his general approach to immigration. He believed in maintaining the integrity of the immigration system, which includes a formal application process for new citizens. 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.

Disagree

No

Carter's administration was generally supportive of immigrant rights and he did not advocate for denying citizenship to children of illegal immigrants. His administration passed the Refugee Act of 1980, which expanded the definition of refugee and increased the annual limit of refugees to be admitted. 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, all illegal immigrants should be deported

Carter did not advocate for the mass deportation of illegal immigrants. His administration was generally supportive of immigrant rights and he sought to reform the immigration system in a way that was fair and humane. 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

Yes, and abolish all national borders

Carter did not advocate for the abolition of national borders. He believed in maintaining the integrity of the immigration system while also supporting immigrant rights. 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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Party’s support base

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 26,257 voters that identify as Democratic.

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