To get immigration reform, elect a Republican

Now that President Barack Obama has broken his promise to take executive action on immigration, and put off the thorny issue until after the midterm elections — and I predict, for the remainder of his presidency — many immigration reform advocates are angry, surprised and disappointed.

I’m none of those things. Here’s my take: When it comes to Obama and immigration, keep your expectations low. Despite what he says, don’t make the mistake of thinking that he actually supports legalizing the undocumented. Finally, whatever he says, don’t assume it’s the truth.

When it comes to immigration, Obama has a long trail of half-truths and broken promises. In July 2008, the presidential candidate told the National Council of La Raza that, if elected, he would make the issue a top priority and address it within the first 100 days. That didn’t happen.