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The article that I chose is about the controversial topic of Immigration. This article, from the Christian Science Monitor, explained Arizona's need to address the out of control immigration problem in that state. The article stated, "Given the nearly 6.5 billion non-Americans in the world and the tens of millions of those who would rather live in the United States, limits must be placed on immigration or the nation would be swamped with foreigners." (Francis, 1) Many Americans feel very opinionated about illegal immigration, there is always two sides when it comes to this topic. Some people feel there is nothing wrong with open boarders, but on the other hand some urge greater restraints on illegal immigration and to lower legal immigration. Most of the conflict regarding this issue comes from the typical middle-class American. So the big question to ask our society is, "Should immigration continue to be acceptable in our country?" A New York times poll stated, "51% of Americans see immigration laws as a "right tactic," and 30% feel most immigration laws "go to far." (Francis, 1)The state of Arizona, which sits on the Mexican boarder, has one of the toughest illegal immigrant problems in the nation. The article stated, "Arizona's immigrant population grew from 300,000 in 2000 to 560,000 by 2008, 95 to 98 % of those immigrants are Hispanic." (Francis, 1) Arizonians feel that just because the illegal population is slipping is no reason to ignore the problem. A recent poll that was conducted in Arizona showed, "70% of Arizona voters approved the states' immigration law, and 23% opposed it." (Francis, 1) Many people that oppose illegal immigration in Arizona feel immigrants are mostly the reason for conflict in that state. Researchers have found, "Illegal immigrants commit more crime than average in Arizona, and about 12% of the workers in the state are illegal." (Francis, 2) The state of Arizona is fighting for their new immigration policy. Arizona took matters into their own hands because the state feels Immigration regulations in the United States are getting out of hand. Arizona feels our government has done nothing to relieve this issue, and they don't plan on waiting around any longer for a solution.
This article was a very persuasive piece that reflected the different opinions of immigration throughout the country. The article stated the reasons why many Americans feel Illegal immigration is wrong and the opinions of those who think immigration is perfectly fine. The article included two sides of the argument and explained how the Immigration policy is effectively supported in many states not just Arizona. Also, the article used detailed numerical information to prove their standpoint is correct. If the article has the evidence to back up the topic, then why would you question the main idea of the article.
I have always felt that Immigration needed some kind of control, but after reading this article I never knew how many illegal immigrants are really walking the streets of America. I don't think it's fair to US citizens that illegal immigrants are taking the jobs of legal people. I never had a problem with immigration in the United States, but i feel that if you are illegal you should not be allowed in the country. All Illegal immigrants should be kicked out until they have proper documentation of citizenship. Immigration is a good aspect to our society because immigrants are made up of all different ethnicities, allowing the blend of cultures to grow in our country. Just imagine if America banned all immigration, our country would be so plain and ordinary. This article made me realize there are many issues in our country that are forgotten about. Immigration is one of the necessary problems that needs a solution.
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