A survey of 1,000 likely West Virginia 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?
18% SUPPORT
7% You strongly support work permits
11% Somewhat support
79% OPPOSE
16% Somewhat oppose
63% 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?
67% Yes
21% No
12% 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?
16% AGREE
7% Strongly agree
9% Somewhat agree
79% DISAGREE
23% Somewhat disagree
56% Strongly disagree
5% Not sure
