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The GOP split down the middle on immigration reform.

Hello again, I'm Armin Alney, and this is To the Point from Public Radio International,

a daily look at the issue that Americans call about most. After weekend rallies in 40 states, reform advocates are on the

Washington Mall today with House Democrats pushing a path to citizenship. Traditional Republicans

support immigration reform in terms of free market economics and family unity. Others

worry about the Hispanic vote. But a growing number of GOP members are pledged to vote against any immigration bill,

whatever it says, claiming it'll turn into amnesty.

What are the prospects for 11 million undocumented immigrants,

including those brought here as children?

Today's talking point, veterans of war fighting endless battles. First, here's the news.

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Hello again, Warren. I'll be back with To the Point.

Immigration reform is back on the Capitol Mall today, but it might not reach the halls of Congress.

We'll hear what thousands of demonstrators are hoping for, especially the so-called dreamers brought to this country as children.

What are the prospects for any legislation this year?

Today's talking point, a conversation with David Finkel, whose book, Thank You for Your Service, provides extraordinary access to the

thoughts and emotions of Iraq war veterans struggling with PTSD. First, this news update, the United Nations

is about to embark on a mission that's never been tried before. The dismantling and destruction of

Syria's thousand-ton arsenal of chemical weapons in just eight months. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has announced that a team of 100 specialists will be chosen

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