American Immigration Nicole Gelinas Summary

But, why do people still want to come to U.S?Because of various reasons, some of them want freedom, others says they have escaped from their government, some people consider U.S the land of dreams, some people might come because of employment opportunities, some others want to get rich, quite a few others want to practice their religion without any fear. Finally, they all came to have and build a better life. They want to have a better future, a good job, a fancy car, a huge house, and safety.

In the urge to flee their own country’s devastating economy, many people end up losing their lives making the all issue of migration appear illegal and uncontrollable.

The United States of America is the best place for immigration. The history proved that the United States was the dream land, the place of chances. That started when Europeans escaped form their countries because there were no jobs and no safe places to live. America became the best choice for people who were looking for political asylum, jobs, or freedom, but after a few generations something changed the Americans look to immigrants as strangers and they forgot where they are from because America is multicultural place and immigration movement should be understandable, but this is not the case. Governments should develop good laws for immigrants by giving rights to immigrants to stay in America, to protect them, and to allow people who

More than 3,500 refugees drowned on their way to Europe to live better lives. Why are they going to Europe, and why are they risking their lives to do so? Refugees are people who get forced out of their homes. To live a normal life they must leave their old lives behind just to get better ones, but we help the most we can.

Immigrants face many difficulties while trying to better their lives. In the article “Illegal immigrants in greece” by it shows how many immigrants lost their lives trying to travel to america in hopes of bettering their lives. In enrique’s journey many immigrants faced being tortured, killed, and having to deal with starvation. Immigrants end up dying when they go on

Lourdes Medrano is a strong advocate for immigration reform to strengthen the border and the security manning the border. She supports her argument by showing how President George W. Bush’s surge on the US-Mexican border. President Bush doubled the man power along the border, while leading the technological advance on the border. Medrano shows how President Bush brought immigration reform into the spotlight, when roughly 1.6 million immigrants where entering the US illegally. Now the number is historically lower at 356,873 immigrants. The budget for the border patrol has been steadily increasing 1.1 billion in 2001 to 3.5 billion in 2012. Medrano presents how President Bush signed the Secure Fence Act in 2006, which authorized 700 miles of fencing. This his directly contributed to 651 miles of fencing created by 2012. Surge on immigration reform has also doubled the man power from 2001 to 2012, which is exactly what President Bush envisioned. With the border patrol now being a division of Homeland Security and help from the national guard, they have grown much bigger then what they once were. Even the Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano says that “our borders have, in fact, never been stronger.”

We are now in the 21st century and like the beginning of the 20th century the United States finds itself in the throes of a period of mass immigration. More then one million immigrants enter the Unites States, both legally and illegally every single year. Many argue that this new wave of mass immigration may help sustain the success that our nation is having in regard to the way of living that many American have come accustomed to and yet others believe that although our nation was created by immigrants it is time to "shut down" our borders. The truth of the matter is that there will always be issues in regard to immigration and the policies that the government sets forth in order control who comes into this country. Also now

Excellent book. The truth on illegal immigration is not only frustrating, but depressing. The middle class is suffering because of the handouts that America is giving to those who are here illegally. Yes, it's true that our ancestors came over to this country, however, they were not given anything for free, thus, you have generations of Americans who pay taxes and work hard. We will lose this country fast, if laws are not put in place on illegals soon. Donald Trump is our only glimmer of hope right now. Don't take a chance on anyone else. He may be the only one to save this country and get it back on track.

Daniel Rodriguez a professor of religion and Hispanic studies expressed his thoughts from a Christian perspective about Immigration and Undocumented Immigrants living in the United States of America. I found it very important to attend this summit session because I’m an exchange student from Trinidad and Tobago and always heard so much negative stories about how Americans see people from other countries.

In the year of 2015 reporters say over 350,000 immigrants arrived in europe sea compared to the 2014 year. Within that 350,000; 2,600 0f them died or were found dead. In July of this year 203 migrants died with the start to the end of that month. Reporters found out that many immigrants don’t even travel by sea anymore, they try to walk. Whenever they try to cross the border, they may go through deserts, and usually die of dehydration.

Maria Pineda is a student at Highline College, at Seattle Washington. In search of better opportunities, Pineda moved from El Salvador to the United States fourteen years ago. She is the first generation of her family to graduate high school and to attend College. One of her top priorities is to acquire an emphasis in accounting, with that she plans to aid her family by giving back a little of what they have given her. Pineda has received three scholarships, which has assisted her to keep studying. She also volunteers every quarter at Highline College by recruiting ESL students (English as a Second Language) for a program called Jumpstart, where once she attended. Lastly, she is interested in mythology, science, history, and subjects like immigration, these and other interests have helped her to comprehend the world around her.

In the attempts to “manage the immigrant crisis” several strategic mistakes have been made, which have shaken the functioning of migration policy in the European community. Particular controversy was stirred up by a plan for the relocation of 120,000 refugees suggested in September 2015. Some months later (April/May 2016), the European Commission came up with the idea of fines for those countries which would not receive the relocated refugees. The fine for one unaccepted foreigner was supposed to be €250,000. The attempt to impose a quota of immigrants on member countries together with high fines contributed to further divisions inside the EU.

In the article “Testimony of the Reverend Gerald F. Kicanas Speaking in Favor of Immigration Inform, Hearing on the Ethical Imperative for Reform of Our Immigration System” (2010) by Melissa J. Doak, the reverend stated in his testimony that the United States government should resolve the immigration problem humanely. He also criticized that the United States had overlooked the inherent purpose of immigration. He further observed that the United States government does not offer help concerning undocumented citizens due to their “illegal status.” Moreover, Kicanas explained that these immigrants have been subjected to hardships, and different kinds of abuse. The reverend also added that these citizens are harmless, and mainly they are here for

Immigration to the United States has been happening since the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock in 1492. America is one of the most diverse nations in the world, attracting people from every corner of the globe in hopes of a better way of life. America in the past has relied on migrant workers to balance the economies growth when internal resources have been exhausted; moreover, the agriculture business has depended on the seasonal employment of migrant workers from Mexico to meet the labor demand. Programs have been created in the past granting work contracts for the flood of Mexican labor into the United States, and new work programs are being analyzed to suffice the needs of

Since 2011, Syria has been engaged in a Civil War with protestors against the government and members of the extremist group ISIS, and approximately 7.6 million people have been displaced from their homes (usnews.com 2015). As the conflict destroys more homes and livelihoods each year, an increasing number of civilians have been forced to leave Syria and try to find safety elsewhere. Already a contentious issue, the Syrian refugee crisis has awakened tensions, both economic and social as debate erupts over what to do with the refugees.In response to the crisis, while some countries like Germany have pledged to help the refugees, (New Statesman 2015 1) only 2,340 have been admitted. Clearly, more needs to be done in order to help the refugees. Although there are economic and population concerns to be considered, the humanitarian conflict that faces the refugees and solutions already available are reason enough for Europe to increase the numbers of Syrian refugees allowed in.