...Running head: IMMIGRATION 1 Immigration By: Ibrahim Elabani For: Cori Claus Renison University College Writing Skills Level 300 March 2nd, 2015 IMMIGRATION Immigration These days, many individuals who live in developing countries are looking to migrate to developed countries. They would like to ensure a good and safe future not only for themselves, but also for their children. Immigration to developed countries from developing countries is a widespread phenomenon currently to countries such as United States of America, Canada, and Australia. According to Dodamin and LaPorte (2005), “Better standards of living and quality of life, higher salaries, access to advanced technology and more stable political conditions in the developed countries attract talent from less developed areas” (p 487). There are several causes that lead people to leave their lands, such as unstable political issues, poor education systems, and inadequate healthcare systems. 2 Currently, political issues are a major cause of immigration. Many citizens do not have a right of free speech in their countries; for instance, Libya was controlled by a dictatorship that ruled the country for forty-two years, there were limited human rights for Libyan citizens who did not have any freedom of speech during the Gaddafi regime. In 2011 a Libyan Revolution and Civil War took place that lead to the overthrow of the previous dictatorship regime but still did not result in freedom of speech; hence, many Libyan...
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...development. This has given such an impetus to international migration that it floods every corner of the world with the momentum of an avalanche. With this comes a substantial increase in the exchange of human capital between nations. Against this background, the pace of international migration keeps accelerating and the scale of it continuesto expand. However, as is often pointed out, international migration is a two-edged sword with dual effects.Nevertheless, the benefits of international migration are in excess of the economic costs. This essay will examine the brain drain and government spending on education problems for origin countries, meanwhile, unemployment problems, wage problems and social service spending for countries of immigration will also be included.(the essay’s structure) Brain drain for origin countries It is believed that international migration does harm to the human capital of origin countries, which is called brain drain.（this is the topic sentence, it is important. Becs readers can understand what you are going to talk about ）Research conducted by Indian households in 2004 shows that about 40% of emigrants have obtained at least a diploma of senior high school, the percentage of which is substantially higher than that of all Indians over the age of 25(TheEconomist,2011)(this is the example.it should be closely linked topic sentence) This suggests that rather than contributing to the human capital accumulation of their countries, a portion of well-educated...
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...1. "Allowing more immigration of refugees would be good both for refugees and for the economies they come to." Discuss. Allowing more immigrants would benefit the refuge as it allows them to start earning an income through work, also this allows them to live with benefits such as free healthcare and easy access to free water and food. This all gives the immigrant a better life than what they would have in their home country, however there are negatives for the immigrants could be they are exploited for cheap labour as they are more willing to take a cheaper wage as it would still be more than what they would earn at home. For a business productivity would improve for the businesses which would then lead to the economy being able to produce more as a result of an increase in the supply. However, the economy may be negatively affected by immigrants because the immigrants will be unskilled and not be able to meet technically required jobs so the business will have to retrain the immigrant to meet requirements needed for jobs. Allowing refugees would benefit refugees as it allows them to start earning an income and potentially escape poverty from eastern European countries, this is important for a refugee as it gives them a wage which allows them to be able to live in safe conditions with easy access to food and water which might not be easy to come by in their home countries such as Syria, where warfare is a threat to civilians. To continue the wage they earn will be more...
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...As Canada’s immigrant population grows and diversifies, the challenges facing that sector of the population expand as well. More and more immigrant families move here to start better lives and lifestyles usually through better employment opportunities. This paper will examine some of the continuing obstacles that newcomers face. Immigrant families and immigrants in Canada have a difficult time entering the labour market notwithstanding exemplary educational credentials and extensive professional work experience. These are the result of prioritizing Canadian education and experience, which conceal elements of racism. The consequences are that invisible barriers are put into place; they deny fair access to work and limit the advancement of newcomers socially and economically. Many third-world immigrants to Canada must qualify for entry by demonstrating academic proficiencies and accreditations, which include post-secondary degrees or more. They are well-educated people with professional skills in areas the Canadian economy needs support. Immigrants are eager to continue their careers but soon find a need to reinvent themselves (Omidvar). This is something of a catch-22: their extant educations are what confirm their desirability as immigrants yet Canada employers fail to recognize or accredit foreign educations with any sense of equivalency. Except in rare cases, like the university professoriate or countries like Great Britain or the United States, the extent of an applicant’s...
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...MIGRATORY POPULATION----IS IT A BOON OR A SIN? Singapore is a country where people of different culture and races, ethnicity comes and goes out just as the migratory birds shifts its shelter as per the weather changes. Recently many debates have been made by the politicians and infact created agitation among the citizens who are deeply rooted with their strong emotions and life over here. Now the question is why such agitation or cold war is going on in the hearts of local residents. Secondly, how to control the immigrants issue either stopping it completely or controlling it? Thirdly, what are the possible pros and cons of such particular measures? Lastly, figure out effective and sustained strategic model that will help in ensuring sustained and safe future of Singaporeans. Migration Moving from one place to another in any aspect such as livelihood, food or shelter. It is not as simple as birds that migrate when it is between countries and humans it becomes a little more complex than it appears. Let we think deeply why such migration or relocation becomes an issue? We can derive with many answers in terms of competition for food, shelter, job etc. It tells that when struggle arises for the basic amenities it becomes worsen. However, the relocation or resettlement occurs due to enjoy a betterment of life than what they already had but in current scenario rather it developed into a issue that most of the countries on this universe is facing off. Krugman (1991) highlights...
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...Immigration law should not be restricted America is not gold! Over a million immigrants come to the U.S each year (I.C.E 2007). The U.S has become an attractive zone for immigrants worldwide, and many people wonder why immigrants migrate to the U.S. People migrate to the U.S for different reasons; one of the main reasons why people migrate is family reunification (Deparle2). They don’t migrate because it has tall buildings and big cities, but because of problems back in their countries such as, lack of money, lack of freedom of religion, and because of unstable political condition. Subsequently, immigrants to the United States collaborate to the development of the nation in many ways. They do unwanted jobs and pay taxes. One reason why immigration seems so potent is that, it increased unexpectedly (Depaele3). The United State is the leading country with more immigrants. It has estimated that there are 241milliom migrants across the globe, an increase of about 37% in two decades, with many of them coming from North America (Deparle3). According to recent statistics, over a million immigrants in the United obtain legal permanent residence each year (I.C.E2007). Since the liberalization of immigration policy was passed in 1969, the number of immigrants in the country increased highly, from 9.6 million in 1970 to 38million in 2007. 1,046,539 million people were naturalized as U.S citizens 2008(I.C.E2007). The leading emigrating countries were Mexico, India and Philippines...
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...Le Moyne College Renea Scott Sociology: Immigration 12 December 2012 President Barack Obama once stated “"We are the first nation to be founded for the sake of an idea—the idea that each of us deserves the chance to shape our own destiny. That’s why centuries of pioneers and immigrants have risked everything to come here .The future is ours to win. But to get there, we cannot stand still." This quote literally and symbolically embodies the dream that America has sold and many have bought. America’s democratic ideals for centuries have placed an emphasis on the unalienable right of every individual to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. However, this dream has led to mass immigration, which is at the center of many of America’s political, social and economic problems. Similar to the past, Legislators have failed in creating a policy that would not only accommodate immigrants but provides stability and security to its citizens. Congress’s inability to provide tangible paths to legalization is an issue that paves the way for the increase in illegal immigrants. The immigration process serves as a detriment for many foreigners that seek to attain legal entry and status. It violates America’s valued premises by preventing foreigners from pursuing happiness. The process of attaining legal status in the United States has proven to be harsh and extremely bureaucratic, which makes access illegal more viable. The legal status process requires a petition, which is submitted...
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...Joey Dorion American Immigration II Professor McEvoy Paper 1 The United States has long held the title of a “land of immigrants,” a place where the downtrodden and rejected peoples of the old world could come to ply their trade, to attempt to carve out a meaningful existence for themselves. The American Dream was alive and well in the early waves of immigrants, as they came from the desired parts of Europe: namely England and Western Europe. They came with fire in their spirit, and determination to make a better life for themselves than they were able to have back in the Old World. They adapted, they assimilated, and they were able to become functioning and respected members of American society. It wasn’t until the second waves of immigrants arrived that a major opposition was formed, as fear of the foreigner spurred “old” immigrants and the “old” families of the northeast to preserve their ideals. It was with a deliberate and systematic approach that legislation was passed between the years of 1882 and 1929, keeping out those less than desired groups: Italians, Chinese, those from southwestern Europe. The White Anglo-Saxon Protestant preference was alive and out in the open in the American public, and all other policymaking went towards limiting only those who were thought not to possess the potential to become the epitome of the American citizen. The history of American immigration is one that is littered with racism, and more often than not blatant...
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...Immigration of people into the United States has been an important part of American culture since before our country was formed. Our country has been built in many ways by the work of many people who came to this country from other lands. However, some people worry that too many people are immigrating to our country. Too many immigrants are taking jobs away from people who live in our country. They also say that immigrants use too many of our country’s resources such as social services and medical care without paying for them through taxes. I believe that the benefits of immigration outweigh the costs that it brings to our country. One of the benefits of immigration is that immigrants take on jobs that many citizens do not want because they do not pay as much or are considered to be low class. Having immigrants fill up these jobs lighten the load of producers and consumers, and results in gains in economic welfare. It is a fact that immigrants are a source of low cost labor, but these cost reductions are eventually passed on to the consumer, so host country citizens benefit from this as well. The goods produced through the efforts of immigrant workers can also generate additional profits as the goods can be sold at lower price. A second benefit of immigration is the increase in cultural diversity. Having foreigners move here also brings in different cultural backgrounds. The third benefit of immigration is the younger workforce that comes with it, especially right now with...
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... Effects of Immigration Immigration is the migration of people from their native country to settle in another country. The most probable causes of movement are the need to boost economic prosperity, political issues and escape from conflicts, wars or natural disasters. The recipient nations are countries in Western Europe or the United States that are normally industrialized.The research paper explore positive and negative impacts on both the host country and the original country. The host countries benefit from the immigrants in a number of ways. The incoming immigrants once settled, will do some jobs country that the citizens often do jobs that people in the recipient in the host country can not. Immigrants do jobs that the citizens view them to be dirty and inferior. The second benefit is that immigrant workers often work longer hours and for lower salaries. Although it is exploitative, the host country benefits in more tasks done at lower cost.Immigrants also contribute to the diversity of that society. When they are welcomed, they assist in building harmony in the society. Lastly, well-educated immigrant have good technological know-how thereby increasing the pool of talent in the host country. , the host country,s economy is is improved by the immigrants with the positive notion for movement to the country(Gilmore 31). However, there are also numerous drawbacks of immigrations to the immigrants as well as the recipient...
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...Karina Castillo Literature Comp II Professor Oujo the purpose of this essay is to explore several harmful but also positive effects that immigration has the economy of the U.S The Cold war had become a massive dominant influence on different aspects of the American society for much of the 20th century. This had many effects on society, both today and in the past. It expanded due to antagonist values between the United States, it represented capitalism and democracy. The Cold War was different from most wars in that it was as much of a promotion war as a war with military engagements. The Korean and Vietnam Wars are two examples of military intervention by the Americans in the name of stopping communist expansionism. However, these wars did not have the extra-long impact that the Cold War have on American domestic and foreign policy that the cultural, economic and political battles of the Cold War had. Now this leads into the cultural battles between the superpowers had as much, or more. This left more of an impact on the everyday lives of most American civilians. Not being an American civilian or citizen wasn’t an issue either. So is immigration a positive effect in North America? Without immigration, The United States would not be nearly as diverse as it is today. But illegal immigration is a tremendous drain on the resources of The United States. But we must find a way to humanely treat illegal immigrants today without allowing or encouraging a further disadvantage...
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...Abstract Immigration is the subject of much debate in the United States. Throughout that debate many differing topics are discussed including politics, national security, financial burden and over population. The topic that many would expect to see here is race but it is not part of the current discussion on immigration. Immigration Immigration has been a controversial subject throughout the history of the United States. In the past much of the conversation about immigration had to do with race and racism. Today the conversation has shifted to topics such as politics, security, financial drain on society, and overpopulation. Race is no longer the driving factor in the current debate over immigration in the United States. Politics If you were to look in the newspaper or online for the topic of immigration most of what you will find is about President Obama’s immigration reform. In November of 2014 Obama enacted an executive order to protect up to five million illegal immigrants from deportation. Since then Obama has been sued by a coalition of 25 states. A Texas court issued an injunction to stop Obama’s executive order from being implemented (Hill, 2015). This injunction was then upheld by a federal court and the Justice Department now plans to appeal that decision (Hill, 2015). Immigration has become a very political issue that both Republicans and Democrats feel requires change. Unfortunately the two parties have yet to come to any sort of agreement as to what those changes...
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...Immigration is a very concerning and controversial issue here in the United States. There are many individuals who are in favor of it and many who are not, for several different reasons. I think however that immigration should be strictly monitored for the reason of the events that we have recently experience over the last eleven years, beginning with the World Trade Center tragedy. I believe that individuals should have a right to immigrate if they so choose however I think that it should be for the right reasons. There should not be any such thing as illegal immigration in the United States. While I understand that we have many large borders that would need to be patrolled I think that the mother and father of the eight year old who died in the Boston Marathon bombings would agree that no value can be placed on a life. Taxpayers in America pay hundreds of thousands of dollars each year to the individual who chooses not to work and have seven kids to obtain hundreds of dollars in governmental assistance a month, and that does nothing to keep our nation safe. Therefore in perspective it may be worth the man power and the money to save the lives of the American people. With that being said I believe the only solution to the Indian Question would be to open up immigration completely to all countries around the world. Therefore you would not be considered to be attempting to remove different ethnicities and races of individuals from our country. While I think that the Indian Question...
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...From the origin of the United States, immigration has been crucial for the economic advancement and expansion of the nation. The US truly is a melting pot of many cultures and ideas, and it has benefited greatly from its diversity. However, with a much-reduced demand for unskilled or low-skilled workers, US policy must adapt so that it can better maximize the net economic benefits of immigration. While this probably does not include a universal drop in the number of legal immigrants, it would include the screening of applicants in such a way that preference is given to more economically beneficial candidates. It would also include making families totally responsible for their elderly relatives who migrate to the US, eliminating the refugee portion of immigrants, denying more, but not all, government services to illegal immigrants, controlling the southern border with more manpower and better technology, and establishing a national verification database. The optimal policy from an economic perspective should seek to provide U.S. businesses with the labor they require without placing added burden on the taxpayers. Before specific policies can be addressed, it is crucial that immigrants be separated into four categories: legal, working-age immigrants; legal, elderly immigrants; refugees; and illegal immigrants. These groups are radically different, and they must be addressed differently. Universally cutting legal immigration levels would deprive businesses of labor resources that...
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...Immigration Political Issue SOC 315- Cultural Diversity November 23, 2011 Immigration Political Issue The United States have long battle immigration issues over the years with immigrants who take whatever measures necessary to make it to the United States. They take boats, hike across the border at night, are smuggled across the border in vehicles and are stow away on vessels and trains. This paper will present a discussion on the current law that was passed in Alabama regarding immigration policies that went into effect September 1, 2011. In addition, it will review the historical framework on this issue, the political context, the role of the media, the effect on the United States economy and labor force, and management strategies to promote inclusion in the workplace. Immigrants in America, always has been a hot debate. Many Americans believe they should not be allowed to live in the United States illegally. On the other hand others find no problem with them residing illegally as long as they are willing to work and are not living off the government. Generally, immigration is from countries with lower standards of living to those that offer better wages, (Schaefer pg.87). On April 5, 2011 Alabama reformed its immigration policy known as the HB-56 law considered as somewhat harsh changes affecting immigrants in the state illegally. The changes included the checking of undocumented students in schools, penalizing employers who hire undocumented workers, and providing transportation...
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