From the evidence gathered in this research, it is evident that immigration has become a problematic issue. In addition, the research has revealed that the number of immigrants in the country has reached alarming levels. Illegal immigration is the main problem that faces immigration in the United States. With approximately a third of immigrants not having documentation, some individuals and groups have expressed their concerns. The presence of undocumented individuals in the country can cause significant problems, including security threats.[1] For example, terrorists can enter the United States disguised as immigrants. In addition, illegal immigrants are likely to take jobs at reduced wages, which may encourage employers to hire them in place of American citizens. Although this may benefit employers, the native-born Americans are likely to lose significantly. Such developments may have long-term effects on the labor market of the United States. The willingness of foreigners to received reduced wages raises legitimate concerns of by the country’s citizens. Nevertheless, the contribution of immigrants in the economy cannot be dismissed.
Most immigrants enter the United States with the aim of engaging in meaningful economic opportunities. Consequently, the country’s economic activities are augmented, which may have desirable macroeconomic outcomes. Immigrants may also be willing to take up jobs considered less appealing by Americans. Immigrants have also made significant contribution to arts, music, and food. According to a Gallup poll in 2007, a considerable number of Americans believe that immigrants have made desirable changes in arts, music, and food.[2] Approximately 40% of the individuals who participated in the poll asserted that immigrants improved things in the country. Only around 9% of the participants believed that immigrants have made things worse. This indicates that the country appreciates the contribution made by immigrants. Therefore, even if the government should seek ways of inhibiting additional immigrants, the present immigrants should be absorbed. The cost of taking all the immigrants back to their countries may offset the benefits that can be accrued from their continued stay.
From the examples, given, it is evident that immigration is a complex issue that should be assessed from various perspectives. Although the presence of immigrants may have some advantages, the presence of undocumented persons may pose significant issues to the country. On the other, hand, the contributions made by immigrants, both illegal and legal, cannot be overlooked. Therefore, the interventions taken to address the problem should ensure that the gains acquired by the country are not reversed. On the other hand, the issue of undocumented individuals in the country can have far-reaching effects on the security and economic aspects of the country. It is the position of this paper that immigration should be limited, but the existing immigrants should be documented. Their economic contribution as well as other areas of nation building cannot go unnoticed.
Most immigrants enter the United States with the aim of engaging in meaningful economic opportunities. Consequently, the country’s economic activities are augmented, which may have desirable macroeconomic outcomes. Immigrants may also be willing to take up jobs considered less appealing by Americans. Immigrants have also made significant contribution to arts, music, and food. According to a Gallup poll in 2007, a considerable number of Americans believe that immigrants have made desirable changes in arts, music, and food.[2] Approximately 40% of the individuals who participated in the poll asserted that immigrants improved things in the country. Only around 9% of the participants believed that immigrants have made things worse. This indicates that the country appreciates the contribution made by immigrants. Therefore, even if the government should seek ways of inhibiting additional immigrants, the present immigrants should be absorbed. The cost of taking all the immigrants back to their countries may offset the benefits that can be accrued from their continued stay.
From the examples, given, it is evident that immigration is a complex issue that should be assessed from various perspectives. Although the presence of immigrants may have some advantages, the presence of undocumented persons may pose significant issues to the country. On the other, hand, the contributions made by immigrants, both illegal and legal, cannot be overlooked. Therefore, the interventions taken to address the problem should ensure that the gains acquired by the country are not reversed. On the other hand, the issue of undocumented individuals in the country can have far-reaching effects on the security and economic aspects of the country. It is the position of this paper that immigration should be limited, but the existing immigrants should be documented. Their economic contribution as well as other areas of nation building cannot go unnoticed.