10 Page Paper on US Immigration Debate

RESEARCH PAPER OUTLINE

RESEARCH PAPER OUTLINE

Research Paper Outline

Wilmer Aja

Professor Blake

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The current debate on immigration within the United States requires finalization of the proposed border wall, reform for the current migrant family sponsorship system, incentivizing the U.S. immigration process, and increased protection for border agents as well. The purpose of this paper is to provide an analysis of the current immigration situation within the United States, and to provide a proposal for the future of immigration within the United States. Although illegal immigration has been a heated topic within Capitol Hill, Congress has yet to finalize immigration reform for the entire nation. This sense of uncertainty has resulted in millions of legal and illegal immigrants to have their respective futures placed in political limbo. President Trump’s administration has taken a hardline against illegal immigration, but the country’s immigration problem is not simply an illegality concern.

“Immigrants comprise about 14 percent of the U.S. population: more than forty-three million out of a total of about 323 million people, according to Census Bureau data” (Felter & Renwick, 2018, p.1). These figures bring to light the sheer number of immigrants which the United States has within its respective borders. Immigration accounts for 27 percent of all inhabitants of the United States. Although the total figures for illegal immigrants who reside within the United States is decreasing, there are still serious concerns for illegal immigration. The ability to incentivize the immigration process can help to bring more talented individuals to the United States.

This incentive program can include streamlining the immigration process for individuals and their families who possess critical skills. This paper will take a closer look at the skills considered essential for the nation’s future, and how they can help to attract immigrants from across the globe. In conclusion, the current debate on immigration within the United States requires finalization of the proposed border wall, reform for the current migrant family sponsorship system, incentivizing the U.S. immigration process, and increased protection for border agents as well.

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