Democrats are behind the 8 ball on immigration, but they don’t have to give up the fight. A roundup of editorials Friday takes a look at the issue.

Opinions from the left:

1. Congress must take action on immigration reform

From columnist Linda Chavez: What Trump wants is the wall. Democrats should give him that. It’s a small price to pay for legal status for the DACA recipients.

2.  The daily struggle for America's soul

From U.S. News & World Report: Trump constantly attacks the things that made America great in the first place.

3.  Why Democrats won't get their way on immigration

From Bloomberg: Here’s a message for Democrats – save the drama, do the work.

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