Marco Rubio At Odds With Marco Rubio

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“We have millions of people living in this country illegally, many of whom have been here for a decade or longer. We need to find a reasonable but responsible way of incorporating them into American life,” claims Florida Senator Marco Rubio, who has conflicted but understandable policies on immigration in the United States. While presidential candidate Bernie Sanders preaches acceptance and the ever-pink Donald Trump argues that migrants should be ousted, Rubio says that border laws should be tightened, though he also agrees that immigrants in the US shouldn’t necessarily be kicked out.

Rubio continues, possibly trying to redeem himself, and informs us that “illegal immigration is under control.” Is that a man who put the right trousers this morning? Apparently so, though his immigration plan is forbiddingly abstract (if awfully simple) in comparison to those belonging to aforementioned candidates such as Sanders and Trump. The Republican candidate offers a concerningly strident solution: “I will build a great, great wall on our southern border, and I will have Mexico pay for that wall, mark my words.” It appears that Rubio offers a nice middle ground, though voters tend to gravitate toward extremes - this is why Sanders and Trump are so wildly popular.

In America, land of the free, home of the brave, bold opinions and sweeping statements rule all. They make headlines. They catch people's’ attention and make strong impressions. The reason Trump is so popular is because he’s a good politician and publicist - he’s gotten the most media attention, by far, than any other 2016 candidates. Bernie Sanders, self-proclaimed Democratic socialist, is considered by many liberal voters to be the savior this dying country needs.

Marco Rubio, among others, has fallen into the background, though he hasn’t gotten so alienated as to reach the point of dropping out, like his Republican competitor Scott Walker. Rubio remains on that odd fine line that appeals to voters who want to avoid the “mainstream,” which can often include the most popular candidates. Rubio’s conflicting views and odd position in popularity severely reduce his chances of winning - after all, he is at a measly 13%.

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