Is a Rational Solution Possible? |
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Authors: | Chirot Daniel |
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Institution: | (1) Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington, Box 353650, Seattle, WA 98195-3650, USA |
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Abstract: | The debate about immigration reform, like many other critical ones in America today, cannot be resolved just by providing
common sense suggestions for compromises. A substantial number of whites fear immigrants in general, not just illegal ones,
and blame them for America’s economic and social problems. Attacking illegal immigrants and pretending that they can be excluded
is merely an ostensibly more acceptable way of trying to curb immigration in general. Yet, the United States cannot survive
without immigrants. Generally, what we need to overcome the emotional panic being promoted by anti-immigration advocates is
more simply expressed numbers showing us what role various kinds of immigrants play in our society. This will not persuade
the frightened right, but it might at least allow the more moderate parts of the public to approach the issue more rationally. |
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