,
By using this website you allow us to place cookies on your computer. Please read our Privacy Policy for more details.
Publication Date: December 2008
Publisher: Heritage Foundation (Washington, D.C.)
Author(s): James Jay Carafano; Jena Baker McNeill
Research Area: Population and demographics
Keywords: Temporary workers; Immigration policy; Presidential transition
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
America has been good for immigrants, and immigrants have been good for America, but over the past several decades immigration policy has become confused and unfocused. Our current policies are not working. Illegal immigrants are straining federal and state budgets. Local social services find it hard to meet growing needs. Gaping holes in our southern border aggravate this problem and create numerous other security risks while doing nothing for U.S. employers who are looking for a better solution to our labor shortages.