depends, if he is talking about the lame duck session then it is just as well that he is saying to terminate all chances of legalization. CIR is not going to pass this lame duck, not something that expansive, complicated and controversial. A strategist that wants to make sure nothing gets passed regarding immigration might support the bill less likely to pass and push for it.

I hope that he is not doing this with that in mind and is willing to really considering the DREAM Act as a stand alone.