The Newt on the border

I don't agree with Newt Gingrich on everything, but he has a pretty thought provoking article at National Review Online. He writes:

First, it is essential to understand how big and how serious this problem is.

Second, it is equally essential to understand how big the changes will have to be to really solve the problem.

Third, it is important to follow a logical set of sequential, sustainable solutions that build a momentum that over time will result in a rational and orderly immigration policy acceptable to a majority of the American people.

Getting there is a matter of national survival both in immediate and in the long-term.

He posits that there needs to be a new honesty about the issue - I for one am proud that someone is taking a principled stand without a finger to the wind.

Another hat tip to Wizbang.