Would someone please explain the MSNBC question of the day?

[rzemanfl]

Looks to me like another attempt to split the liberal vote.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12039665/

Looks to me like there are two flavors of "Never."

[mdmc]

1. It is either yes or no

I see what you mean "split". If not "always", then liberal.

[rzemanfl]

2. I fail to see much difference between "churches, charities or

individuals" and "anyone at all." Do you?

[mdmc]

9. County workers are paid by the taxpayers

the only difference is that tax dollars pay certain front line service providers.

[Vincardog]

3. Right you are 20 + 34 = 54 > 46 but each piece is less.

Not when churches, charities or individuals are providing that aid.
20%

Never.
34%

[EVDebs]

4. The author of the Bible used the 'Am I my brother's keeper ?' rhetorical

question. I think MSNBC just is looking out for their GE-related defense stocks.

[madfloridian]

5. There is only one answer: Never.

When should providing non-emergency aid to an illegal immigrant be considered a felony?


Always.

Not when churches, charities or individuals are providing that aid.

Never.

It should NEVER be considered a felony to help a human being.

[Synnical]

That was my thought, too

So, 43% responded "Always" - what does that mean? If I give food to an "illegal immigrant" - I should be convicted of a felony? WTF is wrong with these people?

Can you see that on your next job application? Ever been convicted of a felony? Yes. You won't even get an interview most times.

[mdmc]

10. thanks for weighin in

:yourock:

[dipsydoodle]

6. Was a trick question in the way it was worded

Be interesting to see what the results would be if the question was "do you think George still beats Laura?"

[mdmc]

11. hey now!

welocme to DU! peace and low stress...

[biscotti]

7. done

When should providing non-emergency aid to an illegal immigrant be considered a felony? * 11273 responses
Always.
47%
Not when churches, charities or individuals are providing that aid.
20%
Never.
34%

[Catchawave]

8. I voted "Always"

Looks like we're in the lead :D

[demosincebirth]

12. I voted "never."

[Catchawave]

14. non-emergency aid ?

So maybe I'm confused what that would cover ? And only if it were "grandfathered" I suppose.

[lavenderdiva]

15. me too... n/t

[APPLE314]

13. update

When should providing non-emergency aid to an illegal immigrant be considered a felony? *

12606 responses

Always. 47%
Not when churches, charities or individuals are providing that aid. 20%
Never. 34%