Research Paper On Immigration

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American View on Immigration Immigrants and immigration has played a major role in the history of our country. The United States population of immigrants came from Europe, Asia, Africa, South America and mostly, Mexico. Therefore, one would ask why state governments are enforcing laws such as SB 1070 to discriminate and profile Mexicans or any colored people who appear to be of Hispanic descent. The Arizona Law states that any Hispanic, or anyone who looks “illegal”, must show proof or identification that he or she is a legal American citizen. If they are caught as an illegal immigrant, they are sent to jail or confinement till further notice. Why it is so hard for us Americans to be civilized, informed, and accept the important role…show more content…
As directly stated with complete evidence from an attorney, these contradictions are not only unjust but go against Arizona at the federal court level. Publisher Amir Efrati, of The Wall Street Journal states, “The states have no power to pass immigration laws because it is an attribute of foreign affairs. Just as a state cannot have their own foreign policies and immigration laws either” (Efrati). Also, Stephanie Condon posts how Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham stated, “ Arizona's new immigration law is unconstitutional and that "it doesn't represent the best way forward" when it comes to addressing illegal immigration” (Condon). In simple terms, if this law is not repealed Arizona will be going against the constitution, the 14th amendment is used unjustly, and bigger problems will…show more content…
It has been stated enforcing SB 1070 is costing Arizona over 141 million dollars. Additionally, Arizona’s financial crisis must endure the boycotts, protests, uprisings, court litigations, and economic sanctions to repeal such a ridiculous law. According to Republican congressman Raul Grijalva, Arizona is in a bigger dark hole economically now than prior to the enforcement of SB 1070. Arizona has lost billions of dollars in trade retail sales, visitations, and tourism all from this law (Grijalva). In her research study conducted at the University of Arizona, Judith Gans concluded that the total fiscal cost of all immigrants was approximately $1.4 billion in 2004. [The] approximate $2.4 billion in tax revenues can be attributed to immigrants as workers. Balanced against the $1.4 billion in estimated fiscal costs, there is a positive impact of approximately $940 million, most of which
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