A U$.$S$.$ senator in a competitive state has an important vote on

immigration reform coming soon. If she wants to act as a delegate of

her constituents, then she would likely

avoid the issue altogether so that her competitor cannot criticize her

position on immigration

hold campaign fundraising events to generate funds to air attack

advertisements against her opponent

rely on her own convictions and judgment rather than meeting with

constituents who may know less about the issue

hold town hall meetings with constituents to hear their views on the issue

so she can vote in accordance with their wishes