...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 DHS on estimates of illegal immigrants in the...
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...Interactive Case Study – At the Border 1. The stakeholders and their interests: a) The federal, state and local government of both the countries have a stake in this issue as in case of illegal immigrants migrating to the country it would increase the economic burden on the government. Also, Illegal immigrants in USA would pose a threat to local citizen’s jobs, and may lead to increase in crime rates across the country. For example: In case of a robbery an illegal immigrant does not go to the police as that person would be deported back to his own country and such actions lead to increase in crime. Illegal immigration has severe effects on demographics and economy of a country. Therefore, these illegal immigrations effect the government of both the countries involved. b) Various law enforcement agencies work towards keeping their country safe by enforcing various laws. In case of illegal immigration, it becomes difficult to track the number of people coming into the country and doing various kinds of work without authorized permission. Consider a case of an accident where an illegal immigrant is involved, it becomes difficult to get the insurance settlement from the illegal immigrant responsible as they don’t show up in court due to the fear of deportation and lack of legal and necessary documents. c) The illegal immigrants have the highest stake in this case as they are migrating to a new country in search for jobs or better living conditions. dThe local...
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...statement has come to define the country of the United States of America. Even before its declaration of independence in 1776, the United States was a haven for those seeking a better life. Flocking to this country by the thousands, immigrants past and present have journeyed to the land of the free in an attempt to obtain a lifestyle based upon the United States’ concept of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” With more and more people entering the country, the United States quickly evolved into the ultimate melting pot that welcomed any and all who desired to become a part of it. As time has passed and millions of immigrants have ventured to the country, the United States still maintains a welcoming attitude towards new immigrants. However, with such a vast amount of foreigners who desire access into the country, entry into the United States has become much more complex since the days of Ellis Island. As a result, this new century has given rise to another kind of immigrant: the illegal immigrant. Desperate to become a part of the booming American culture, thousands upon thousands immigrants have begun to enter the United States illegally. Ignoring the laws set forth by the American government, these immigrants enter the country and unnoticeably assimilate themselves into the culture of the United States. With the influence of several factors such as large borders and unruly citizens who refuse to uphold the law, the government essentially allows...
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...Illegal Immigration and California COM 220 Illegal Immigration and California Everyone has an opinion on the immigration crisis gripping the nation. From border security restructuring to a complete overhaul of the system, anyone in this country has an idea to handle the ordeal. In preparing for this paper, this author spoke to family and friends for their opinions. One relative suggested the United States ratify Mexico as the 51st State, leaving the seated president in power as governor, turning each state into a county with the respective governors retitled as mayors. The working theory holds that the United States could then intervene and lend aid to the more impoverished areas of the newly formed state. Resulting from this, illegal Mexican immigration becomes a nonissue, Mexican citizens see improved living conditions within a few short years, and the United States gains a large tax-paying citizenship. Admittedly, without benefit of research or a visit to the country, this family member’s theory consists of stereotype and over-generalization. Even so, it illustrates the point. With unemployment rates soaring, and the economy in a tailspin, many blame illegal immigration for current turmoil, and many theories abound. California If considered as an independent nation, California would rank among the world’s 10 largest economies (Hutchinson Encyclopedia, California, 2009). From rural to metropolis; from dry desert to lush forest to sand beaches; from unemployed...
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...Time for a Change With over 12 million illegal immigrants in this country, most Americans can agree that our immigration system is definitely broken. The problem is that we cannot agree on how this system should be fixed. On April 23, 2010, the Governor of Arizona, Jan Brewer, decided that she would attempt a solution to the problem. She signed into law one of the nation’s toughest bills focused on illegal immigration in her state. This law re-ignited the immigration debate all across the United States and brought out many protestors from both sides. Some of the issues at hand are amnesty, healthcare costs, and the increasing crime that illegal immigrants bring into our country. To begin with, does amnesty encourage illegal immigration? Secondly, what does it do to our already fragile health care system? Thirdly, what kinds of crimes are being committed by some illegal immigrants? In my opinion we need to do whatever we can to secure our borders and only allow those who come in legally into our country. Amnesty, in the case of illegal immigrants, is to grant legal status to those who have entered our country illegally. It forgives the fact that they have entered the country illegally, and forgives other illegal acts such as driving and working using false documents. In 1986 under President Ronald Reagan, our country granted what was supposed to be a “one time only” amnesty for approximately 2.7 million illegal aliens. At that time, Congress also enacted a new set of...
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...The Education of illegal immigrant children in the US Ye Zhang Fairleigh Dickinson University April 27, 2011 Abstract This paper illustrates the problems caused by large numbers of illegal immigrants in the United States. Through the analysis of illegal immigrant adults and illegal immigrant children, this study makes the statement that the government must provide free education to illegal immigrant children, though they would bring a heavy burden to the US economy. This paper also offers alternatives on how to improve the new immigrants’ English level, so that newcomers don’t feel alienated. Lastly, the paper suggests a possible way to calculate the cost of education of illegal immigrant children, and recommends a win-win policy for both government and the children. The Education of illegal immigrant children in the US In last 50 years, more and more immigrants go to America than before. The number of illegal immigrants is approaching the number of legal immigrants; this phenomenon causes many problems for the United States. In order to reduce the illegal immigrants in the United States, the government has set up a lot of restrictive laws to fight against illegal immigration trends, such as expelling the illegal immigrants and enforcing the immigration...
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...Erick M Hudtwalcker Illegal Immigration English 102- Katema Lee Due Date: 04/14/08 Illegal Immigration The United States of America is a country made up of millions of people. Its society has many different cultures and religions. These blends of diversity make up America. The United State’s way of life is based on how people’s ancestors grew up and by the different traditions passed down from generation to generation. America is unique from most other countries in that she was founded by immigrants from numerous other countries. From Plymouth Rock in the seventeenth century to Ellis Island in the twentieth, people from every where came to America some were fleeing religious persecution and political chaos. Most of them came for economic reasons and were part of extensive migratory systems that responded to changing demands in labor markets; others, came here by choice and all eventually were integrated into the “American society” to become a homogenous people. These immigrants had a vision, work ethic, values, fortitude, imagination, and pioneering spirit which enabled her to become the greatest nation on earth. While it took longer for some than others, they and their descendents ultimately became "One nation, under God, with liberty and justice for all." Many, but not all, modern immigrants to the United States are not much different. However, unlike the distant past, immigration now consists of two components:...
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... the illegal immigrant population stood at 11.9 million according to the Pew Hispanic Center." As an illegal immigrant myself I feel that people that are against this issue don’t see what life is really like for an illegal immigrant. Illegal immigrants don’t come to the U.S and do nothing like most people assume, we come to work hard for what we want to achieve in life just like everybody else. Since legal status makes a big impact on life, I haven’t always had what I have today. I remember as a kid my mom waking up at 3 a.m to make burritos to sell out in the streets and try to live off the little money she would make that morning. We lived day by day from what she sold. Some days she would come home with $90 dollars and felt like she was the richest and luckiest woman alive and others she came with nothing. I remember her working 14 hour days and being mistreated just to provide for her 3 kids. This is just a tiny bit of my stories and there are millions out there like mine. So my question to you is, before judging illegal immigrants do you truly know what they go through? ; and is it fair to judge someone for trying to live a better life? The immigration issue has been sweeping the country for years now. Many people when thinking of immigration think "keep America for Americans". But isn’t this quote racial and discriminating? How would you feel if you weren’t wanted somewhere but you wanted the American dream like everyone else. So why is it so wrong for illegal immigrants...
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...million immigrants currently living in the United States; 11.43 of them are here illegally. Many people believe that letting immigrants come into our country illegally is unacceptable, where others believe that they should be able to live here freely. Allowing people to come into our country illegally puts the U.S. at risk; these immigrants can ruin our economy, creep through our borders, and commit too many horrible felonies. People that are for illegal immigration believe that immigrants would help our economy due to the fact that they do not demand as much money from employers as citizens. Illegal immigrants have been taking jobs away from U.S. citizens. The immigrants believe that U.S. citizens don’t want some...
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...Illegal Immigration Maricela Vega CJA 446 May 2013 With over 11 million immigrants in the United States illegally (as of 2011), the issue of illegal immigration continues to divide Americans. (ImmigrationProCon.org, 2013) Illegal immigration has become a major concern to the government in the U.S today. This was not a major concern until lately in the past twenty years. There has been an alarming increase of illegal immigrants in the U.S. A debate has arisen over the amount of action that has been exerted on the purposes. There are immigrants coming to America from all over the world today in search of the American dream. However, the greatest concern at this time is Mexico. Smuggling aliens has become more frequent every year. The smugglers are willing to go to great steps to smuggle people across and are escaping before they get caught. These smugglers are making hundreds and thousands of dollars to get these immigrants across the borders. Very few are actually caught and the illegal immigrants enter this country and disappear. Most of the illegal immigrants at this time are coming from Mexico, which means the bordering states are the major concern. When it comes to the topic of illegal immigrants or anytime the term “illegal immigrant” is brought up it is safe to say that many, or most Americans conjure up images of desperate migrants sneaking across the Mexican border. There is another side to America’s immigration problem, however, that most know very little about;...
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...author must identify the population on which the case study will focus on the aging population, patients with a particular chronic disease, children, patients with AIDS, patients requiring long-term care, or emergency management. The author must identify the targeted population, gather data about the population demographics, and describe the general impact that changing demographics may have on the health care market. The author will discuss why and how the changes in demographics will affect health care. Two health care related challenges identified for the population is chosen. The author will also describe how a chronic disease wellness program may affect the costs for this demographic. In conclusion, the author will discuss the marketing needs or services needed for this population as well as how the chosen population can address these challenges. The population demographics that the author has chosen to write a summary on is the influence of illegal immigrations on emergency health care. Immigration reform is one of the most forming or expressing division or issues opposing the United States policymakers. The increase in the number of illegal immigrants in the United States over the last 10 years has led to conflict about the influence of illegal immigration on emergency health care. The number of possible security threats assumed by unauthorized entrance into the country has increased, as well. The economic influence of illegal aliens in the United States is a...
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...2016 Case Study # 6 Illegal Immigrants in the Workforce 1. Despite the political controversies, when illegal immigrants com to the US, US employers are ready to hire them. Wage and employment levels here in the US are much higher than in the immigrants’ home country. For example, the average US wage for production workers in manufacturing is about nine times higher than in Mexico (PPIC). Another economic incentive is the lack of well developed access to credit and loans in their home country. For many families, the migration of some household members to the US makes it possible to finance purchases which includes homes within their county of origin. Illegal immigrants also come to the US to join family members already here. These families can provide housing and information about jobs. 2. For the most part, immigrants might work for less undercutting the wage of a native employee. This is generally due to their much lower levels of education. However, they are usually seen as much better employees than native employees. This is because immigrants are seen as faring better in the low wage labor market in that they will do a better job working for a lower wage. They also increase the supply of labor across the labor market. However, since they are usually not educated the destitution is not even. Therefore they are in jobs that require very few skills. 3. The main problem is that illegal immigrants are illegal and although they are illegal. Employers...
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...Critical Argument Analysis Essay ENG/215 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...
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...The most controversial topic in political campaigns is the dealing with illegal immigrants, which has many people from different countries worried. Illegal immigrants risk their lives to have a better life and opportunity here in America. Unfortunately these dreams and chances are looking dimmer and dimmer each year. For the past years Obama has been promising these people a better life, giving them a great amount of hope, to let them down not only once but twice. For this upcoming election, Donald Trump has a plan, it does not give hope, instead it gives fear . Trump wants to deal with illegal immigrants by removing them from the U.S. and sending them back where they came from. The question that comes to mind is when thinking of this situation...
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...Illegal Immigration: Is it good? Illegal immigration has been one of the most controversial subjects of the U.S. for the past few years. The mentality of the American becomes negative when the subject of illegal immigrants comes up. It is clear that most people do not realize why these people come to the U.S. Some may think they know; however, more than likely they are wrong. For a person to even begin to understand why illegal immigrants come to the U.S. they need to share their experience. People do not just leave because they want to; they leave to have a better life, and to have things they could not back home. Some people might ask if they going to come to the U.S. why not do it legally? People need to understand that the illegal immigrants do not want to come to the U.S. illegally they only do it because they do not have the time to do it legally. It is hard enough to live in a city where violence and poverty is spread throughout the city to judging them for coming without papers. Illegal immigrants want to have a better life for them and their children, mainly for the child because no parent wants to watch their child starve, get sick, and not be able to do anything about. Illegal immigrants are not going to care what other people think as long as they have a better life than before, the only time when that stops is when they cannot find a job or their family does not feel safe anymore. Illegal immigration has become in America consciousness a terrorism against job availability...
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