Mexican Immigration in the US

Whether one is in favor of protectionism or an "open-door" policy when it comes to U. S. immigration and America's borders, it really boils down to two viewpoints concerning mankind. Either human beings are seen for the good and the positive they contribute to society, or they are viewed as a detriment to it. Whatever one's views on the issue, one thing is certain-Mexican immigration in this country is not only here to stay, it amounts to one of the biggest cultural phenomena in American history, "The Mexican exodus of the past two decades or so, now represents the largest-ever sustained mass immigration of one group to the US, far eclipsing earlier arrivals of Irish, Italian and Jewish settlers. More than 7 million Mexican-born people now reside in this country, the vast majority having arrived since 1970. Natives of Mexico outnumber the next-largest immigrant group, Filipinos, by almost 6 to 1, and account for more than one-fourth of all foreign-born US residents," (McDonnell 2). This analysis and discussion will illustrate the problems this unprecedented wave of immigrants has created for the communities that must absorb them and the country as a whole. Also included will be the reasons why so many Mexicans immigrate to the US, how it affects Mexico, and new legislation that has been enacted which many deem harshly unfair towards immigrants. A conclusion will address the future where Mexican immigration is concerned

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ng. But the House bill refuses to hold employers strictly accountable for hiring illegals. In fact, it dropped a provision to hire 350 new Labor Department Investigators. So while the magnetic pull of employment will continue to draw humanity by the millions into our neighborhood-and damn the legalities-unethical businesses will continue to enjoy a cheap, docile workforce. The aliens will bear most of the risk, and when one gets caught, two more will be waiting in the wings. Yes, the immigration bill would double the number of border patrol guards from 5,000 to 10,000 and jack up the penalties for those who smuggle in illegals or forge documents. It would also shell out money for 14 miles of triple fencing on the Mexican border south of San Diego. Those measures are fine, but until employers are held to better account, the gate-crashers will continue to arrive. (No Tired 2) There is worry on the Mexico side of the equation that this type of legislation will have a negative impact on their economy also. Many also feel that harsh immigration legislation is a breach of faith concerning NAFTA and the natural phenomenon of migration in general. With the new law Mexican officials felt unwarranted abuse would be unleashed a

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