A survey of 1,000 likely Nevada voters showed that the majority of voters oppose the bill in Congress that would give work permits to an estimated 7 million illegal alien workers.
Key Findings:
Congress is considering a bill to give work permits to an estimated 7 million illegal immigrant workers. Do you strongly support, somewhat support, somewhat oppose or strongly oppose the work permits?
34% SUPPORT
14% You strongly support work permits
20% Somewhat support
62% OPPOSE
19% Somewhat oppose
43% Strongly oppose
3% Not sure
Do you believe less educated illegal immigrants compete with less-educated Americans for construction, manufacturing, hospitality and other service jobs?
68% Yes
23% No
8% Not sure
Do you strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree, or strongly disagree that the United States is faced with labor shortages and needs more immigrant workers?
21% AGREE
6% Strongly agree
15% Somewhat agree
75% DISAGREE
29% Somewhat disagree
46% Strongly disagree
5% Not sure