...Immigration Pros and Cons The following article explains the immigration pros and cons in detail. Read on to know whether immigration is advantages for the host country and the immigrant or not... Immigration, which can be defined as the moving away of people, from one's own country to another country, in search of better standards of living or for education or to escape any ill circumstances in one's own country, has been a world phenomenon since ages. Today, with globalization and the entire world becoming a kind of single economy, where people are free to move about to work or do business in any other country, immigration is pretty common and a large phenomenon. Although, there are both advantages and disadvantages of immigration, still they do not deter people from moving away from their own native land to live in some other country. Given below are the commonly experienced and observed immigration pros and cons. Pros and Cons of Immigration Pros: Better Standard of Living One of the most important advantages of immigration, on an individual level, is that people are able to earn a lot more than in their native country and thus, have a better standard of living. Personal and Professional Growth Another advantage of immigration is that when people from different cultures, with their own set of values and ways of working, come in contact, they tend to imbibe some of the useful and good values and working methods of the others and thus, grow as individuals and professionals...
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...Pros of Immigration Irineo JR Nunez BCOMM/275 02/19/2015 Wesley Page Pros of Immigration “With over 11 million immigrants in the United States illegally (as of 2012), the issue of illegal immigration continues to divide Americans,” (What Are the Solutions to Illegal Immigration in America?, 2014). I feel this statement should be corrected and instead of the word “divide” it should be “unite”. Reason being is for decades and centuries immigrants around the world have traveled to different countries for the same common goal. To better ourselves and with hard work we will persue to our personal growth. Here in United States, people say that with illegal immigration in our states will have the benift to increase our US economy through additional tax revenue, the increase of money circulation, and low-cost labor. Many Americans despite immigration because immigrants come to United States soil with motivation and replace those who wont perform specific job duties. Illegal immigration can benefit us in numerous ways and according to the website apecsec.org, it states, “Illegal migrants who own real estate properties will be obliged to pay taxes and this will benefit the country where they go. Real estate agents including the brokers will get commission coming from the real estate transactions made between them and the immigrants. Financial & auto insurance loans will make the country’s income even higher,” (Illegal Immigration Pros and Cons, 2014). Also, giving Immigrants...
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...March 23, 2015 Dr. O Pro Side Debate Summary The pro side debate summary related to the illegal immigrants being allowed to apply for a California driver’s license has several advantages. Our learning team discussed the pro side of this topic which has been considered a highly controversial subject. In 2013, the state California passed Bill AB60, which took effect in 2015 which allows illegal immigrants to apply for a driver’s license. According to Berman, when he signed the law last year, Gov. Jerry Brown (D) praised it as a way to show that these Californians did not have to hide. “No longer are undocumented people in the shadows,” he said. “They are alive and well and respected in the state of California.” Brown’s office also noted that the law explicitly prohibits these licenses being used for any sort of investigation or arrest based on immigration status. The new law makes California one of the 10 states, along with Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico, to give out licenses this way, according to the National Immigration Law Center. (Berman, 2015) The bill was written by Assemblyman Luis Alejo (D-Salinas). The assemblyman represents a district which is a center of the agricultural industry with a flourishing populating of illegal immigrant farm workers. According to ProCon.org, the law requires the DMV to issue a California driver's license to anyone who can satisfactorily establish California residency. If the driver cannot show proof of legal residency (with a social...
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...1/26/2015 Jennifer Rainville | Immigration Control Introduction Illegal immigration is a big problem in the United States. If you ask around where you live you will get so many different views and arguments. Realistically immigration has resulted in the laws having more illegal immigrants live and work here in the United States. I have read three different articles on the pros and cons of illegal immigration. Immigration is becoming a normal thing in the United States and it shouldn’t be. Summary In the article “Let Us Give Thanks to Our Immigrants” by Rupert Murdoch, he shows some evidence to support his agreeing with illegal immigration. He shows support on how they have contributed to the education in America. Whereas in the articles “The Winners in Immigration: Public Prisons,” by Aubrey Pringle, and “Republican Views on Immigration,” by RepublicanViews.org shows support on why immigration is not good for the United States. Murdoch shows that many of the high paying jobs in the United States are held by immigrants or children of immigrants. Whereas Pringle and RepublicanViews.org shows that our government is suffering because of all the illegal immigrants in our country. Argument Murdoch is pro-immigration. He has provided evidence to show why he supports immigration. He also was an immigrant himself and all his family was from Scotland. He does state though that these days it’s hard to talk about the benefits of immigration after 9/11, because many Americans...
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...Illegal Immigration Bogdan Tkachuk HIST 174 Florida Hospital College of Health Science Abstract Immigration Throughout history immigration has populated and changed countries. Since the beginning of civilization, Immigration has spread ideas, beliefs, and cultures to many different countries. Furthermore, it has also made the United States of America what it is today. Immigrants come to the United States for many different reasons. Many come for another chance or a new beginning. Others come for jobs and money, to escape a war, education, or just for freedom. All immigrants come for the hope of living the “American Dream” as a citizen of the United States. The 14th amendment in the Constitution of the United States defines citizenship as “all persons born or naturalized in the United States” (The Constitution of the United States). Many immigrants come into America legally with the required papers, but others sneak past the borders illegally. However, over the past few years immigration into the United States has increased dramatically and is turning into a very big problem to many. Even though the United States of America were established by immigrants many Americans are against the immigration policy in the United States, some accept it and encourage it, and others want to give everyone an equal opportunity. The fact that immigration into the United States has greatly increased over the past few years worries many all across America. These people...
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...The history of this great nation has been historically built on the foundation of immigration, the forming of one great nation from the generations of many others, coming together with many great and marvelous ideas. From the beginning we have fought for many different freedoms such as speech and religion, just to name a couple and the list goes on. These types of freedoms people throughout the world covet, therefore attempt to enter the United States of America with hopes of sharing these freedoms. Some immigrants come with a legal passage by an ever-growing generous nation jumping through a large number of hoops and legalities, others on illegal terms in large numbers. Now, is it fair for a nation that has been built on such a vase array of different cultures and world travelers to turn away any new comers like to say “we are full?” Is it ok to punish these people for trying to make a better life for themselves and their families? Is it also fair to the tax paying individuals of this great nation to support such a noble cause from blood sweat and tears of our brows? In this debate we will discuss both sides of the argument, pros and cons of illegal immigration in the United States of America, in hopes to bring about a more clear understanding. Illegal immigration is the migration of people from one country into another illegally, violating laws of that country or state. Illegal immigration is universal and present in developed and underdeveloped countries (Palivos, 2010)...
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...A Compromised Solution to Illegal Immigration The issue of illegal immigration is certainly a very pertinent and current issue of today. Currently there are two resolutions to the issue being proposed by the Democrats and the Republican parts. The Democratic plan works to try and legalize all those who are here illegally, whereas the Republican backed plan seeks to enforce the laws that we all ready have in place. Although both plans have advantages and disadvantages, the Republican backed plan seems to be a superior plan. The illegal immigration problem that is occurring in the United States is a mass crossing of the Southern boarder by Mexican and other central American residents. The number of illegal crossings is estimated to be close to one million a year (State Laws Related to Immigration and Immigrants 1). This number is only an estimate though, and only around 500,000 aliens, or people caught illegally in other countries, are apprehended each year meaning that the number could be even larger(1). These large numbers of illegal aliens entering our country brings with it great risk and danger to us. Every year U.S. citizens living along the boarder are killed by illegals crossing into the U.S. , as well as many Boarder patrol agents who are killed and wounded in the line of duty (U.S. Immigration Policy 1). The illegals crossing also usually bring many illegal substances, such as drugs and guns, which are then sold on the black market in the U.S.. Fears are also mounting...
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...Immigration Debate BCOM/275 October 21, 2013 Immigration Debate America always was and still is a nation filled with a diverse group of people, many who have come from different countries. There have always been people on both sides of the fence, even back then on the subject, and we still have the same issue today. People have always been coming into the United States throughout history both legally and illegally. The issue has always been a topic of debate; even more so with each passing day. During the 1870s and on up through the 1920s a huge wave of immigration changed our history. Immigrants came from all over the world in search of both new lives and opportunities in what would be a great new land for them. Many came because their countries were so poverty-stricken they needed to start over. Some of the immigrants had difficulty being accepted into American society due to the oppression and hardships challenging their new start. Racial discrimination and rejection were common among new immigrants. The sudden spurt of immigration and the resistance from natives caused suppression imposed by the US government. The 1924 National Origins Acts drastically cut the number of immigrants allowed to come into the country. When this went into effect immigration, mainly from Asia and Southern and Eastern Europe, ended. During the years between the 1880s and 1920s around 25 million people came to the US which caused it to become a huge melting pot, with a variety of...
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...Carmen Corbett Mr. Martin Adv. 100 June 23, 2013 Illegal Immigration in America One of the most controversial political issues today is illegal immigrants. Illegal immigrants is a serious problem that has to stop, because it is unfair to the people here in America. Illegal immigration is also unfair for the country that the immigrant left. It is public knowledge that the majority of the illegal immigrants in America come from Mexico. This is a problem that must me stopped as it hurts America’s economy and tax paying citizens. Illegal immigrants live off tax payers, take jobs and housing of hard working citizens, and leave there country of birth without skilled workers and help leave their own country into poverty. Legal American citizens pay taxes that help support welfare, health care, public schools and many other social services, many of which are taken advantage of by illegal immigrants. Illegal immigrants do not have to pay as many taxes as citizens do, illegal immigrants don’t have to pay social security. This isn’t fair to Americans. I personally don’t care if people migrate here I just want them to have to pay taxes just like everyone else. Illegal immigrants need to abide by the same laws as Americans. If a child is born in America, even if the parents are illegal, the child is a American citizen, making this child a burden to the state to make sure the...
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...Topic: Can immigration reform pass in 2014? Much thought has been given to this question not only by me, but by many politicians, who have the ability to influence the resolution of this issue. Therefore, in the context of this paper, I will attempt to answer this question based upon my understanding of the facts related to this issue. What is the historical framework of this issue? For many years, people from all over the world migrated to the United States for various reasons: a fresh start, a better living, and a quality education. In addition, they also wanted to escape oppression or to experience “The American Dream.” According to website, “The American Dream is an idea that suggests that anyone in the US can succeed through hard work and has the potential to lead a happy, successful life.” ((McMahon & Joseph, 2014) From 1776 to 1875, the United States had an open- door policy toward immigration. The law was so open-door, that Congress passed a law in 1864 to encourage immigration to the United States Devine (2008.). Due to the influx of immigrants the law has been modified many times. President Bill Clinton signed the Illegal Reform and Immigration Responsibility Act of 1996. This act addressed the problem of illegal immigrants. He wanted a firm but reasonable approach to address the issue. He desired strong boarder control, ensurance that American jobs were made available for legal works along with a policy that was pro-family. This plan would...
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...Americans, a new alloy forged in a crucible of democracy, freedom and civic responsibility” (Booth, A1). “Today, the United States is experiencing its second great wave of immigration, a movement of people that has profound implications for a society that by tradition pays homage to its immigrant roots at the same time it confronts complex and deeply ingrained ethnic and racial divisions” (Booth A1). Whether or not America continues to be the great melting pot or the land of opportunity remains to be seen. Clearly implied in Zangwill’s play is the notion is that America will always be an inviting place to all, where dreams can be realized and opportunities abound. In support of this notion that America has traditionally been viewed as a land of opportunity, some citizens believe that existing border restrictions are too firm. In contrast, due to increased tension in Mexico, many politicians feel that America must tighten its already secure borders to prevent illegal immigration. Although both parties differ, United States borders must be protected to maintain the integrity of the country. Supporters of more open borders argue that this will help keep the economy moving by filling low-wage jobs and providing additional consumers for a variety of goods and services. Greenspan argues that illegal immigration has been a huge contributor to the growth of the economy. “Between 2000 and 2007, for example, it accounted for more than one sixth of the increase in our total civilian...
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...Introduction Topic Overview In recent years, illegal immigration has been the topic of public discourse (Wucker, 2007). The public discourse is mainly due to the sensitivity of the issue of illegal immigration and the burden attributable to the resulting population explosion is placing on the governments and citizens as well as legal residents of states and counties in the United States (Martin, 2008). The recent enforcement of U. S. Department of Homeland Security (U.S. DHS) laws, which started in 2006, is working (Camarota & Jensenius, 2008) but the enforcement is not reducing illegal immigration, especially on the United States’ Southern border (Ewing, 2008). Baker et al, in a U. S. Department of Homeland Security report show, from 2006 to 2007 the illegal immigrant population increased by 4% (Baker, Hoefer, & Rytina, 2008). Illegal immigrant population is declining because of border enforcement of immigration laws (Camarota & Jensenius, 2008). The loss of jobs due to economic downturn in the country can also account for declining illegal immigrant population (Grayson, 2008). Despite the declining population of illegal immigrants due to enforcement, illegal immigration is still a challenge (Ewing, 2008). The persistence of illegal immigration on the border implies that the countermeasures in use in fighting illegal immigration on the borders appear to need revisions (Ewing, 2008). Statement of the Research Problem Statement of the Problem According to a report by US...
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...Arizona Senate Bill 1070 Support Our Law Enforcem ent and Safe Neighborhoods Act Abstract On April 23, 2010 Arizona Governor Jan Brewer signed Senate Bill 1070 into law in order to resolve immigration problems in her state (McFayden, 2011). It is one of the toughest pieces of legislation in the nation. SB 1070 allows Arizona law enforcement to stop, detain, and arrest any undocumented immigrants if the officers have a “reasonable suspicion.” This law not only makes it a crime to be in the Arizona illegally, but also a crime to transport or hire someone for employment as well (McFayden, 2011). Judicial Watch (2011) pointed out that Arizona has a right to defend itself under the Constitution if the federal government fails to stop illegal immigrants from crossing its border. In addition, this article confirmed that the creating of SB 1070 complied with the relevant federal, state and local laws, the Arizona Constitution, and the U.S. Constitution. The SB 1070 complements the immigration law rather than usurping the federal jurisdiction. It protects the American citizens and the legal immigrants in Arizona through a legislation that is enforceable against the illegal immigrants, the employers who engage in hiring the illegal immigrants, and those who are involved in transporting the illegal immigrants. Arizona Senate Bill 1070 Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act Introduction On April 23, 2010 Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signed Senate Bill 1070...
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...Assignment 5: Border Patrol Agent Jeremy Matkovich Strayer University CRJ 100 Within this document one will get a better understanding of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agent. This document will present a description of the border patrol, annotated web link, an article related to the career, three professional associations that could support, and legal code according to the state of Maryland. Border Patrol Agents actively patrol the borders to prevent innocent civilians from entering or leaving the United States without government permission. [ (Schmalleger, 2011) ] Agents detect and prevent the smuggling and unlawful entry of aliens into the United States, along with apprehending those people found to be in violation of immigration laws. Agents work to lower crimes and improve the quality of life in border communities. In some areas Agents are deputized or have peace-officer status and use it to enforce local and state/territory laws. [ (Schmalleger, 2011) ] One of the most important activities for a Border Patrol Agent is "line watch". This involves the detection, prevention and apprehension of terrorists, illegal aliens and smugglers of both aliens and contraband at or near the land border by maintaining surveillance from a covert position, following up leads, responding to electronic sensor television systems, aircraft sightings, and interpreting and following tracks, marks and other physical evidence. [ (Schmalleger, 2011) ] Some of the major activities are...
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...Adopting Arizona’s Immigration Law in All states Does politics have the upper hand on humanity in Arizona's immigration law SB-1070. This law should be abolished because it is racist, unfair and degrading to legal and illegal Latino immigrants? Immigration has always presented a problem for America and we now find ourselves faced with the issue on a large political scale. On July 29, 2010, the United States of America listened in as Arizona State put into effect their own immigration law. With the backing of Michigan, Alabama, Florida, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina Arizona has set the presence for illegal immigrants to face the law. The new law “directs officers to question people about their immigration status during the enforcement of other laws such as traffic stops, and if there's a reasonable suspicion they're in the U.S. illegally they will be deported”. “Arizona’s illegal alien population is 460,000 and according to a 2008 study by the Federation for American Immigration Reform, Georgia illegal alien population is 490,000”. (Inger Eberhart, 2010). As Americans we need to support Arizona’s efforts to clean house in fight of illegal aliens in the U.S. Most critics are saying that this is the strictest measure in generations for the detaining of illegal immigrants. The key work is “ILLEGAL”. Every American knows that if it is illegal then you should not be doing it, adolescent 101, but we live in a time where people feel that illegal aliens...
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