I'm here asking. The GOP candidate acknowledged the contributions made to Texas by its large Latino population, and said the passage of time would bring Latinos nationwide a growing sense of cultural and political participation that could change the American social landscape. Our state is more hopeful because Latinos have taken their right place in our culture, and Latino culture is taking its place in America. Bush offered a series of pledges to group members on Monday, many of which he has offered previously in varied settings. Once here, Bush told the crowd, family members of legal entrants to the United States should be allowed to visit while their immigration paperwork is being prepared.
Current law prevents such visits.
As president, Bush said he would approach Congress about rescinding that law. Full details were expected to be delivered by the Democratic presidential hopeful on Tuesday in Philadelphia. Gore spent his Monday off the campaign trail. They say they can't do this, Al Gore says we can do this. In his speech, Gore will address the link between pollution and health issues, such as children's asthma and senior citizens' respiratory problems.