American immigration policies

Important American immigration

Give a brief narrative regarding a few important American immigration policies from the 20th century

• Give a brief narrative regarding a few important American immigration policies from the 20th century.
• Who were the "new immigrants" in the early 1900s?
• What challenges did they face?
• What is the significance of Ellis Island?
• What did the Immigration Act of 1924 do, and how did that differ from the Immigration Act of 1965?
• What are your opinions regarding the present debate surrounding undocumented workers and illegal aliens?
• Should there be, as the current phrasing is discussed, a "pathway to citizenship"?