Immigration and Assimilation: Journey to America
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Throughout the semester we touched on several topics, but one topic that stood out for was immigration. We watched and discussed movies like “Sin Nombre” and “El Norte” which depicted the process of migrating and the risk factors associated with it. On a personally I more interested in it because been an immigrant myself I can relate to Sayra in “Sin Nombre” and Pedro and his sister in “El Norte” to some extent. Furthermore, adopting to a new way of life is another risk to be taken once the journey is made. One may have to forget about their morals and values to make it, especially if they are illegal. The case is not so different when it comes to Mexicans. Their economy is bad so therefor they embark on this migration in search of a better life in the Unites States of America. Until the 1900s, he Mexican-us border was open for migration. Mexicans were specifically excluded from the immigration quotas that was set on immigration from southern and Eastern Europe. This was due to cheap labor which couldn’t be overlooked. United States thought loosing up on Mexican immigration would be beneficial to their agricultural development. So basically all Mexican had to do was pay some form of tax to grant permission to enter the US. In 1929, US government require visas from Mexicans. Mexicans from the study of bean and Steven in 2003 constituted about a quarter of US population. This shows that most immigrants of the United States arrived from Mexico. Mexico and United States is separated by 200miles and they are also separated by their living standards. Unites states also share a partnership with Mexico as well. With his proximity, exchanges of goods and inequality it makes controlling migration difficult. As we witnessed in “Sin Nombre’ the border between Mexico and US are close but sometimes that’s the least of the problem faced on this journey. Katz and Fader
In this essay, the author
- Explains that during the semester we touched on several topics, but one topic that stood out for was immigration. they relate to sayra and pedro in "sin nombre" and "el norte."
- Explains that adopting to a new way of life is another risk to be taken once the journey is made. the case is not so different when it comes to mexicans.
- Explains that until the 1900s, the mexican-us border was open for migration. the us thought loosing up on mexican immigration would be beneficial to their agricultural development.
- Explains that during the semester we touched on several topics, but one topic that stood out for was immigration. they relate to sayra and pedro in "sin nombre" and "el norte."
- Explains that adopting to a new way of life is another risk to be taken once the journey is made. the case is not so different when it comes to mexicans.
- Explains that until the 1900s, the mexican-us border was open for migration. the us thought loosing up on mexican immigration would be beneficial to their agricultural development.
- Explains that mexico and the united states are separated by 200miles and they are also separated through their living standards. mexico's proximity, exchanges of goods and inequality makes controlling migration difficult.
- Explains that katz and fader studied the impact mexican immigration have on the united states and the oncoming generation will be affected too.
- Explains the rapid growth in mexican immigration to the us over the past 50 years, and states that us immigration policies have been amended due to these factors.
- Explains that the immigration reform and control act of 1986 aimed to reduce illegal immigrants by restricting hiring of undocumented workers, fines for non-compliance, and increased border patrol enforcement.
- Analyzes how dr. manuel gamio studied the mexican migration to the united states and the difficulties they face, not on how they affect the us economy. they concluded that mexicans are better off in us than in mexico, although statistically worse than other ethnic groups.
- Compares the educational gap between mexican immigrants and native borns, which has been a disadvantage for them.
- Explains that the mexican immigrant has lower incomes, high employment rates, and is looking to work in factories instead of earning an education to increase his/her status.
- Opines that mexican immigrant men are still in blue collar work, but they should be on the forefront to improve their lives through the right means.
- Explains that mexican american women are assimilating more to u.s born white women. majority of immigrants are associated with blue collar jobs, but two thirds to three quarters were found in white collar occupations.
- Opines that they can relate to their mexican comrade. they may not have crossed a border through illegal means, or their previous life might not be as bad as the mexican.
- Explains that assimilation to american mainstream has proven to be essential in improving one’s life in the united states. alba and nee describe in their study that the descendants may choose to celebrate their ethnic identity and cultural roots.
- Analyzes how pedro and his sister migrated to the united states in search of a better life. they were tired of being "brazos fuertes" especially after their parents were taking away from them.
- Analyzes how in the movie "sin nombre" we realized that some people lose some on their migrating journey.
- Concludes that the united states may paint a negative picture of mexican immigrants as affecting the economy, but they fail to see how they affect these immigrants’ lives.
- Cites katz, michael b., stern, and fader. the mexican immigration debate: the view from history.
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- Cites chavez, leo r., flannery, pat, and wagner, dennis.
- Cites the arizona republic's dying to work: highlights: illegal immigration poll.
3022 wordsRead More - My Immigrant Journeyexplanatory essayIt was early July of 1992, just four days right after the United States Independence Day, my arrival to the “land of opportunities” was a mixture of excitements and worries. After fifteen long years of not seeing my family, I was reunited with them and the long wait was finally over. After three days and two long nights of traveling, the plane finally arrived to the Los Angeles airport; I was feeling so nervous but at the same time, I was very happy to see them. As I approached the arrival station, I immediately saw my family and I started running towards them and gave each other warm, big, and very tight hugs. Warm tears started pouring down both my cheeks without me realizing that this was even happening. Suddenly,
In this essay, the author
- Recounts how their arrival to the "land of opportunities" was a mixture of excitements and worries. after fifteen long years of not seeing their family, they were reunited with them.
- Explains that their first goal was to master the english language so that they could pursue an education and achieve their "american dream" of being a successful businessman.
- Explains that moving from a place where english was not the first language was culturally shocking, as well as emotionally devastating. they had many struggles during their journey in their goal of mastering the language.
- Recounts how their arrival to the "land of opportunities" was a mixture of excitements and worries. after fifteen long years of not seeing their family, they were reunited with them.
- Explains that their first goal was to master the english language so that they could pursue an education and achieve their "american dream" of being a successful businessman.
- Explains that moving from a place where english was not the first language was culturally shocking, as well as emotionally devastating. they had many struggles during their journey in their goal of mastering the language.
- Opines that learning the english language empowered them to aim high in life and to never give up, even if things seemed impossible to achieve.
598 wordsRead More - Assimilation into the United Statesanalytical essayImmigrants leave their countries in search for a better life and improvement of their situation. There is no singular reason for immigration; motivations range from better economic prospects to political safety. As of late, the number of immigrants living in the United States is an estimated 11 million. Those who immigrate are expected to contribute to the United States culturally, politically, and economically. Yet, full assimilation becomes difficult to achieve when the immigrant is made into “the other” by the country of reception.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that immigrants leave their countries in search of a better life and improvement of their situation. there is no singular reason for immigration; motivations range from better economic prospects to political safety.
- Explains that the interaction between the immigrant and the citizens of the receiving country varies on whether or not their introduction into the new country is seen as a loss or something positive.
- Argues that the distance between new arrivals and natives fosters a sense of distrust on both ends. the negative response to immigrants predates the current mexico/us border conflict.
- Explains that immigrants leave their countries in search of a better life and improvement of their situation. there is no singular reason for immigration; motivations range from better economic prospects to political safety.
- Explains that the interaction between the immigrant and the citizens of the receiving country varies on whether or not their introduction into the new country is seen as a loss or something positive.
- Argues that the distance between new arrivals and natives fosters a sense of distrust on both ends. the negative response to immigrants predates the current mexico/us border conflict.
- Analyzes how "welcome to shelbyville" has the potential to serve as a microcosm of cross cultural interaction throughout the united states.
- Explains that the failure of policy in helping with the adjustment mexican immigrants has encouraged the transnational identity in their children.
- Explains that the fragmentation of families resulting from visa restrictions makes secure family households difficult to maintain, leaving the children of immigrants vulnerable to societal pressure.
- Argues that it is unfair and overly simplistic to blame their lack of economic success solely on the immigrant.
- Explains that second-generation students have the heaviest role in the evolution of american society. assimilation into american culture has taken place for chicanos by measuring their use of spanish within the home.
- Analyzes how the film portrays the responses of residents of shelbyville to the influx of refugees as one of hesitance.
- Explains that with poor language skills and little options, newcomers attain a reliance on networking between those of the same background. location can encourage assimilation or limit it.
- Explains that the second generation has higher poverty rates than the rest of the u.s born population, especially when both parents are foreign born, and lower homeownership rates.
- Recommends a greater tolerance for ambiguity in the case of immigrants, stating that if immigrants remain insulated in cultural enclaves, they will not get exposure and the quality of education needed to advance the social ladder.
1819 wordsRead More - My Family's Migration to the United Statesopinion essayThe United States is a country known for its variation of nationalities and ethnic races. After extensive research, and questioning I discovered that my ancestors originated from Norway and Switzerland. My family migrated to the United States in the late 1800’s from Norway due to social, economic, and religion reforms as well as, a surplus in the population. Learning of my ancestor’s migration to America has very much influenced my views on the existing immigration problems that the U.S. currently faces.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that their family migrated to the united states in the late 1800’s from norway due to social, economic, and religion reforms.
- Explains that norwegian ancestors made the expedition from norway to america in pursuit of a better life. most norwegians preferred to settle in rural areas and stay in close proximity with other norwegian immigrants.
- Narrates how their great grandfather, christian olaf johnson, migrated from norway to america, new york, and minnesota. after living in colorado for 30 years, the dust bowl hit and their family moved to california.
- Explains that their family migrated to the united states in the late 1800’s from norway due to social, economic, and religion reforms.
- Explains that norwegian ancestors made the expedition from norway to america in pursuit of a better life. most norwegians preferred to settle in rural areas and stay in close proximity with other norwegian immigrants.
- Narrates how their great grandfather, christian olaf johnson, migrated from norway to america, new york, and minnesota. after living in colorado for 30 years, the dust bowl hit and their family moved to california.
- Explains that their great grandfather's migration was his aspiration to escape social, economic, and religious reforms in norway. the increase in population left the majority of the people landless and starving fueling the need to move to america.
- Explains how their father's problems and opportunities pushed their great grand father to make the migration to america. the migration patterns that their ancestors chose to follow were fairly common amongst norwegians in the late 1800s.
- Opines that everyone should have the opportunity at a better life, and that we should make more efforts to allow immigrants to come to america.
- Concludes that migration is part of everyone's life, without immigrants, the united states would not be known as a country with different nationalities, and ethnicities. they are indebted to their ancestors for migrating to america.
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