This morning we're eagerly awaiting the Supreme Court's scheduled 10a announcements, which could include decisions on President Obama’s health care law and/or Arizona’s controversial immigration law. Needless to say, a ruling on either will be a big story with implications on both the policy and political fronts. We'll cover both of them extensively if the Court rules today. (If the Court doesn't issues those rulings today, it's very likely they'll come out on Wednesday or Thursday).
One of the other stories of the day on the NOW rundown: Doubling down on Bain. The Obama campaign is renewing its focus on Mitt Romney’s work at the private equity company. They're out with a new ad hammering Romney for his record of outsourcing jobs, which was highlighted in a Washington Post cover story.
The question this morning? Does the Bain message work, and is it worth the risk? Last time the Obama camp ran with this message, there was prominent backlash. Will this time be any different? Let us know.
PANEL
John Heilemann, New York Magazine/MSNBC Political Analyst (@jheil)
Mark Halperin, TIME & MSNBC Sr. Political Analyst (@markhalperin)
Heather McGhee, Vice President, Demos (@hmcghee)
Steve Kornacki, Salon.com/MSNBC Contributor (@stevekornacki)
GUESTS
Manuel Roig-Franzia, The Washington Post/Author, “The Rise of Marco Rubio” (@RoigFranzia)
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Thank you, John Heilemann. The Romney statement on the Supreme Court decision had absolutely nothing to do with the decision. What does what Obama hoped to accomplish for immigration reform have to do with the Supreme Court and their decisions ... absolutely nothing. Once again a worthless and hollow statement released by the Romney campaign.
Yes thank you John Heilemann. I also want to know why when reading these 'statements' there is no comment that Obama DID in fact try to pass immigration reform...contrary to Romney's statement of 'this President never did nuthin'!' It would take about 10 seconds. And then, just to be snarky, the comments about Obama's weak leadership...REALLY? Cuz from where I'm sitting EVERY Democrat is a target for the GOP.
Indeed, Mego. The House, under Nancy Pelosi, passed immigration reform ... supported by President Obama. The Senate then "passed" the reform with 55 votes, but could not get to 60 and past the republican filibuster. Unfortunately, that doesn't fit well on a bumper sticker, so republican voters are not capable of comprehending the full facts of the matter.
Papers, Please!?!?
Well...
I'm a born & raised citizen from Puerto Rico. My grandparents were born citizen too. I happen to be white. I spend the first 22 years of my life living full time in my island. Spanish is my first language, which I often use when speaking to family & some friends. I'm also fully fluent in English. I do have a Spanish accent. I have lived in NY & MA for over 30 years. I don't go around with a passport in my back pocket or a birth certificate like most other citizen. I always carry my driver's licence. I'm also one of 6 million + born citizens of the USA that, due to Papers Please, when in Arizona, could find myself in real legal trouble simply by speaking...
When I was 8 years old, my family vacationed in NYC. I remember being told by my grandmother not to speak in Spanish as she pointed to a sign posted at the entrance of a restaurant. It read "No Dogs, No Negroes, No Puerto Ricans". As far as I'm concern in Arizona that sign still up.
I guess I'll always be a third rate USA born citizens in the USA.
JRF
WOW!
Gov Brewer believes Arizona has been vindicated!!!
Even Cameron Diaz & Cristina Aguilera aren't safe in Arizona!
HA!