The civil rights movement didn't Happen over night. It took years they often had to compromise with the other side in-order to pass something that can benefit human dignity and respect.

I feel the Dream act should be traded in for E-VERIFY. Ones E-verify passes they will have one less excuse not to pass CIR. It will be a double edge sword for both the Dreamers and the antis once DA passes it will open the flood gates for other pro immigrant legislation. It will take more time, But all it takes is one single step, One single compromise to make a difference and give cover to some reasonable law makers, that might not otherwise vote for DA by its self for fear of retaliation by the TEA BAGGERS.