Reports
Mexican Immigrant Workers and the U.S. Economy: An Increasingly Vital Role
America's current immigration policies are antiquated and fail to recognize the importance of Mexican workers to the national economy. U.S. immigration law must provide ways for Mexican workers to enter and remain in the U.S., in both temporary and permanent status, with protections to assure that they have the dignity and respect they deserve, given the important contributions they make to America. The status quo can no longer be accepted if the United States is to remain the world's leading economy. Read More
ESL Helps Immigrants Integrate: Interest Remains High Despite a National Shortage of ESL Programs
Although the immigrant population increased during the past decade, the 2000 U.S. Census indicates that the rate of assimilation is keeping pace. Recent studies show that improved English language education may lead to an increase in this rate and help immigrants achieve their goals of a more complete integration into American society. Read More
The Passage From India: A Brief History of Indian Immigration to the U.S.
From humble beginnings, Indian immigrants have overcome great odds to become one of the most influential communities in American society today. Read More
Immigrants Pay their Fair Share
A recent study by the University of Florida shows that immigrants in Florida pay their fair share of taxes, and in some cases there are several immigrant groups that pay substantially higher taxes. Read More
The Value of Undocumented Workers: The Numbers Behind the U.S. – Mexico Immigration Debate
A study by the Pew Hispanic Center suggests that new immigration initiatives must find a balance between controlling labor flows and homeland security. The report shows immigrant workers provide most major sectors of the U.S. economy with valuable labor. Read More
Preliminary Census Data Released: New Estimates Attempt to Reveal Demographics of U.S.
A recent 2000 Census Bureau report finds an increase in foreign-born residents who are naturalized citizens. Survey data shows the foreign-born percentage of the U.S. population remains constant. Increased homeownership, wages and education indicate immigrants faring well. Read More
Immigrants Proud To Represent: U.S. In Winter Olympics
U.S. officials expect this year's Winter Games to promote greater international cooperation and peace. Immigrant athletes realize their Olympic dreams as members of the U.S team. Read More
America's story is an immigrant story.