December 20, 2007 10:03 PM UTC

Tancredo's timing

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• by: Miss Ive

Tancredo has achieved his secondary goal in running for office; he has elevated the issue of illegal immigration to a litmus test (at least in Iowa).

First clashes in Iowa set tone over immigration

By Tim Gaynor 53 minutes ago

PHOENIX (Reuters) – Arizona Republican Sen. John McCain lost ground to his presidential rivals over support for what his opponents called “amnesty” for illegal immigrants.

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As campaigning builds for the Democratic and Republican nominations for the U.S. presidential election in November, taking a tough stance on illegal immigration has become vital to their chances of being selected to represent their parties.

Tancredo’s primary goal is elevating himself to a point of greater notoriety, paving a path for his future. Hey, it’s not the first time that a politician looked out for himself.

This moment is Tancredo’s best chance to cement a position in a potential future adminstration by making an endorsement. Although we can argue whether Tancredo’s endorsement is worth anything, it is safe to say that this is his time of most influence.

He will look to back someone that is aligned with him philosophically, has a shot, and needs some help (with the Iowa voters) on immigration. I think he comes out behind Huckabee.

I think we’ll hear more “illegal means illegal” and “don’t spend taxpayers $ on illegals” and less of “bomb mecca”

Questions: Do you agree? Who will he back? How much difference will this make? Has Tancredo succeeded in putting himself in a position of influence?  

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