According to the NY Times, Herman Cain wants an electrified fence on the border and the use of lethal force if necessary. I would imagine that North Korean border policy has many similarities. The prospect of gunning citizens of a key trading partner and ally is mind boggling. Of course, it may be the hope of Herman Cain to use the fence and armed personnel as a deterrent.
Interestingly, attempting to enter the U.S. illegally is not a capital offence. Therefore, for someone who is running for president to advocate killing illegal immigrants on the border is a disqualification. Yes, Cain mentioned that illegal immigrants have killed Americans once inside the border and that border guards have been attacked. Apart from the self defense and justice his position is deplorable.
UPDATE: Herman Cain said that his plan was a joke on Meet the Press (10/16/2011).
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