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Immigrants and United States Military Service, 2006.
A discussion regarding the issue of immigrants and the US military.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 5 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses the issue of immigration, a subject of contention since European settlers stepped foot on the soil of North American shores. Currently, immigration is at the forefront of the American news, particularly in terms of the role of the illegal immigrant in society. However, many Americans are unclear as to where even legal immigrants "fit" in American society. The paper further discusses how even in today's society, the general public lacks clear understanding of what non-naturalized immigrants can or should do in terms of the military, whether at home or overseas. If immigration is not new to this country, neither are immigrants in the military.
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Immigration to the United States, 2006.
A paper surveying the history of immigration laws in the United States.
2,352 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 51.95
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The author of this paper relates the opinions of various groups on the issue of immigration to the United States. In addition, the paper provides a survey of immigration laws throughout United States history. The paper discusses the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and shows its limitations in dealing with immigration issues. The paper examines the issue of asylum and political refugees as it currently applies. In addition, the paper provides an explanation of how the United States immigration quotas operate.
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"Immigration is a subject that creates controversy, with many calling for less immigration as a way of enhancing security and improving the economy, and with others citing immigration as one of the main forces boosting the economy throughout American history. All Americans derive from immigrants, of course, except for the Native Americans who themselves had immigrated across the Bering Strait thousands of years ago. Immigration has changed over the course of American history, in part reflecting conditions elsewhere in the world, while also showing in the legal system how Americans view people from other countries, welcoming some and rejecting others. The issue has become enmeshed in security concerns since 9-11, with calls for reform to alter the number and type of immigrants allowed into the country. Some two percent of the world's population are migrants or refugees, and most lack basic human rights. While the Universal Declaration of Human Rights recognizes a citizen's right to leave a country, nothing is said about rights following the arrival in another country, and often this is a greater problem. More than 100 million people around the world are living in countries where they are not citizens, and another 23 million are displaced in their own countries. In spite of the huge numbers of people involved, constitutions, laws, and governments restrict the rights of these people to move freely, to speak, and to be heard. In addition, the present structure of recognized human rights provides no framework within which the rights of migrants can be discussed."
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Chinese Immigration to the United States, 2005.
A look at the immigration and labor patterns of Chinese immigrants to the United States.
3,630 words (approx. 14.5 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 71.95
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This paper examines the Chinese immigrant population in the United States from a province and county of China, Fu Zhou (Fu Jian), a region where the people have traditionally been very different from mainstream Chinese culture. The paper explores the issues faced by these immigrants from Fu Zhou and the challenges that they face in the future. The paper also includes the personal perspective of the author, an Asian-American, in terms of his own views of the problems of immigration and the problems of negative community attribution that many immigrants from Fu Zhou undergo, since they are often looked down upon by mainstream Chinese (Cantonese) immigrants as being uncivilized and overly eager to do anything for money. Finally, the paper addresses the unequal treatment suffered by many immigrant communities in America, as well the conspicuous consumption favored by the Chinese back home in Fu Jian who 'live large' while their American family members work impossibly long hours to bring them the fruits of their labor.
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"In New York especially, the majority of Chinese immigrants who hold viable commercial and tourist space in Chinatown are Cantonese. This means that they are from the south of China, mostly from the Guangzhou province or from Hong Kong (Xiang Gang). They are an established immigrant community with labor relations boards and
viable opportunities for the community?s grievances to be addressed. Many Americans think of China as being more unified than it really is in terms of groups within the mainland. There are many Chinese who speak different languages within China, and even though Mandarin is supposed to be the official (government) language, there are often language barriers between different people. Mandarin is different from Cantonese, but many Cantonese Chinese can also speak Mandarin, since the newspapers and television programs in China are often in this language."
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Immigration to the United States, 2002.
A look at the history of immigration to the United States and what the future holds.
3,214 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 65.95
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This essay examines the history of immigration and presents a time sequence of cultures immigrating to the United States. It also analyzes the challenges each group encountered and what impact they had on this country. Also discussed are the pros and cons of immigration and the furture of immigration.
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"One thing that makes the United States different from any other country in the world, is that all the people who live here are immigrants or descendants of immigrants. The reasons people emigrate from other countries is that the United States offers opportunity and a chance for growth and economic gain. In addition, many were driven by war, famine, economic hardship, persecution and environmental changes."
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Chinese Immigration to the United States from 1850 to 1930, 2002.
A look at the experiences of the Chinese during their immigration to the United States.
2,135 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 6 sources, £ 46.95
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This essay examines the experiences of the Chinese people who immigrated to America between the years 1850 and 1930. The author looks at the events that these people experienced such as the hardships and the culture barriers as well as the series of laws and events that occurred during this immigration to the United States.
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"As with many other people groups who left their homelands for America during this 80-year period, Asians experienced a great number of positive and negative ordeals in their attempts to join the great melting pot of the new world. Chinese immigration during this time is filled with countless stories of hardship, rejection, persecution, opportunity, and success. A significant language barrier compounded the Chinese immigration experience. Beginning in the mid- 19th Century when young, single men were recruited as contract laborers from Southern China (particularly from the Kuangtung Province), Asian immigrants have played a vital role in the development of the United States. Several factors contributed to the influx of Chinese to the wild American West around 1850. "
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Immigrants to the United States, 2002.
Examines the experiences and difficulties of immigrants to America, especially in the nineteenth century.
2,244 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 49.95
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This paper examines the experiences of rural/agricultural and urban/industrial immigrants to the United States. The paper sets forth the context in which the setting for immigrant groups assumes importance for understanding the immigration phenomenon and then discusses problems or difficulties that all groups shared. It looks at experiences that were unique to various groups either because of special group or individual characteristics or because of the environment in which the immigrants functioned.
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"Hard times for immigrant farmers led to their activism in cooperatives and alliances that would help preserve agricultural community cohesion--even to the formation of the Populist Party, which favored government subsidy and regulation of agriculture, as long as government was subsidizing big business as well (Study Notes, p. 57). The general difference in experience from permanent to migrant rural/agricultural groups, however, is consistent with the statement in study notes for lesson 3 (p. 48) that settlement in family units would predict permanent immigration; it follows that the split-family pattern of Asian and Latin American farm workers would come under the migrant and not permanent model."
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Immigration Policy in the United States, 2006.
An analysis of the immigration policy of the U.S.A following the September 11th attacks.
2,494 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 53.95
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This paper examines the U.S. government's focus on immigration since September 11th. It explains how the U.S government attempts to discover the most effective approach to continue to allow immigrants into the nation, while at the same time prevent another terrorist attack on American soil. The writer discusses the two forms of immigration into the United States - permanent and temporary. The writer further discusses the 'Patriot Act' and its implications. In addition, the writer looks at how technology would be added to bolster the strength of screening techniques at American borders and allow for legal immigrants to enter the country, while at the same time prevent illegals and terrorists from using the borders as their gateway to the country.
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"The United States has traditionally been known as a country that accepts immigrants and values their diversity within society. The events of September 11th, however, made lawmakers, political entities and the public reconsider their view of immigration. This is because 12 of the 19 high-jackers in the September 11th attacks were all in the country legally with either tourist or student visas (Ruiz sec. 1). Three of those terrorists had held legal visas which had expired, but no action was ever taken to force them to leave the United States at that time. Alexia Elejalde-Ruiz contends that because the status of these individuals through immigration is public knowledge, now there are millions of Americans that believe that if the immigration policies had been different, there would have been no 9-11 attacks (sec. 1)."
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United States Immigration Policy, 2002.
An overview of the United States immigration policy in relation to Mexico.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 8 sources, £ 56.95
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This paper will discuss the pro and cons of the United States Immigration Policy of Mexico that has been a major issue at the forefront of American politics since the beginnings of the country itself. By analyzing the positive and negative aspects of this very serious issue, we can see how this country deals with foreigners and how they are treated in liaison with United States Governmental policy. The major facets of this policy will be covered in relation to the differing immigrants that have come over in recent years to America.
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United States' Immigration Policies, 2007.
An analysis of the proposed immigration policies of George Bush and the opposition to his plans.
906 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper discusses the immigration policies of the United States. It particularly focuses on policies regarding llegal immigrants and President George Bush's approach to this issue. The paper also describes and discusses the arguments against Bush's proposals and the reasons why there is opposition to his plans. The paper focuses primarily on his address of the issues of immigrants' social responsibility and illegal border crossings.
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"The two most significant policies associated with immigration in the United States reflect concerns for illegal aliens. The first concern is that illegal residents in the country are not subjected to the same social responsibilities as legal citizens. President Bush has, therefore, provided a proposal that will address the issue. The second concern exists with the issue of illegal border crossings. A new policy has already been enacted that provides 6,000 National Guard troops to assist with border related issues. While the debate over immigration continues in the nation, these two issues are beginning to establish new policies and procedures for the United States."
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Financial Problems of International Students in the United States, 2002.
This paper analyzes and examines the multitude of issues related to financial problems international students in the United States experience, focusing on the Immigration and Naturalization Service limitations.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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The following paper outlines the financial difficulties commonly experienced by international students in the United States, focusing on educational restrictions. It also discusses potential solutions to these financial problems and finally it concludes with recommendations for eliminating and/or reducing the financial difficulties commonly experienced by international students in the United States.
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"There are a variety of potential solutions to financial problems of international students in the United States. First, before deciding to study in the United States and before actually arriving in the United States, international students and their families need to realistically evaluate their ability to finance their education abroad. Next, the Immigration and Naturalization Service should either diminish or totally eliminate the policy that limits international students to taking 12 credits per semester. Likewise, the Immigration and Naturalization Service should allow international students to work outside campus and should eliminate and/or revise current limitations on the number of hours international students may work per week. Doing so will give international students adequate time to study and legally earn money without resorting to jobs where they are generally paid in cash."
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Mandatory Military Service, 2007.
An argument against introducing mandatory military service in the United States.
2,322 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 50.95
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The paper relates that since the war in Iraq began, several bills have been introduced to try and start mandatory military service in the United States. The paper looks at the history of the draft system in the United States and at the current situation around the world. The paper presents several reasons why mandatory military service would not be beneficial to the people of America. The paper asserts that it would also contradict America's reputation as the land of the free.
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Introduction
US History
Around the World
Protests
America's Latest Developments
Why it is a Bad Idea
Conclusion
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"Each year around the world, millions of young men reach the age of majority, kiss their families goodbye and go off to join the military. This is not because they dreamed of becoming soldier while they were growing up. It is not because they understand and appreciate the benefits that a military training camp can give them. They join because the law says they must. Mandatory military service is not a new concept in the world. It has been practiced in many nations, for many reasons with many different programs. The United States disbanded its only mandatory military service when it dismantled the military draft program in 1973(Conscription in the United States."
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United States Border Security, 2007.
This paper looks at the border security of the United States following the terrorist attacks of September 11, focusing on Mexican immigration.
2,800 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 14 sources, APA, £ 58.95
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In this article, the writer notes that, following the horror of the catastrophe and carnage of September 11, 2001, if there was ever any doubt that America's priorities needed to be changed, that doubt was now removed. The writer relates that America's leaders would begin to examine the nation's vulnerabilities, among the most glaring of which was the porousness of its borders - the vast influx of Mexican nationals across America's southwestern frontier. The writer notes that the flood of Mexicans across the United States border, though the result primarily of economic factors, has powerful implications for America's security. The writer points out that a serious analysis of the aims of America's national security strategy might look at whether illegal aliens truly present the terrorism problem that has been attributed to them. The writer concludes that while there may be real and significant reason to contain or eliminate illegal immigration from Mexico, and to seal the Southwestern border of the United States, government action does not seem to bear out the sense of urgency inherent in its rhetoric.
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"The Immigration and Naturalization Service was already putting operation plans that would treat alien groups as potential subversives, arrogating to itself extraordinary, seemingly extra-legal powers in the name of guarding against potential national security threats. The fear of alien incursion to which these contingencies react is based on a still larger problem, of which Mexico and other developing nations appear to partake. It is a similar to the problems that pervade much of the Muslim world, as well, and give rise to the feelings of hopelessness, despair, and frustration, that turn so many into terrorists."
"Globalization has led to a worldwide race for control of resources, both human and natural. The populations of developing nations, like Mexico, feel themselves more exploited than ever by the multinational corporations operating out of technologically-advanced nations like the United States."
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Bi-linguistic Assets of the United States, 2002.
An argument for governmental acceptance of the bi-lingual and multi-cultural nature of the United States.
1,995 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 44.95
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This paper describes the great benefits of the bi-lingual nature of the population of the United States today. The paper illustrates how historically American was a great immigrant melting pot with many languages from the colonial population's mother country. The author states that the United States is still the same immigrant nation, and that this quality of diversity and multi-cultural and multi-lingual society can only strengthen America. The paper states that the cultural paranoia of English as the only official language weakens the nation as a whole.
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"Just as languages, other than English have at all times been a part of our history and culture, debate over founding a national language dates back to the country's initial stages. John Adams proposed to the Continental Congress in 1780 that an official academy be shaped to "purify, develop, and dictate usage of," English. His suggestion was discarded as unjust and a danger to personal freedom. However, limiting language laws have been passed from time to time since the late 19th century, generally in an answer to new waves of immigration. These laws, in tradition if not in purpose, have punished immigrants for their foreignness and violated their rights."
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?Mass Migration to the United States?, 2002.
A review of Pyong Min?s "Mass Migration to the United States".
1,219 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 0 sources, £ 29.95
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This paper examines how Pyong Min?s "Mass Migration to the United States" reviews the vast influx of people from Mexico, Latin America, Asia, Russia and the Caribbean into the United States that has occurred since 1965. It shows how the book is a compilation of chapters written by different authors addressing different aspects of this new immigration. It looks at how these chapters both discuss general issues related to immigration and the concerns of specific ethnicities and cultures that have immigrated. It addresses such topics as the difference between this wave of immigrants and the last, anti-immigration sentiments and the immigration of Jews and Asians.
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"In chapter 1, Charles Jaret explores nativist sentiments that have accompanied the respective waves of immigration. He addresses both the concerns that immigrants will dilute the American way of life and American intelligence. He reaches two conclusions: that recent years ?have seen anti-immigration attitudes and behavior undergo some significant realignment, reformulation, and diminution? and that ?many of the core beliefs and fears that creaed and sustained anti-immigrant perspectives in the past are still widely held.? (Pg. 21) Certain nativist contentions, such as mental inferiority, were common in the past and only occasionally alluded to today due to sensitivity. However, other reasons for not liking immigrants, such as the spread of disease, he notes are almost identical to similar concerns a century ago. Many ideas posited a century ago reflect concepts of eugenics and race-identity that have since become taboo."
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