What are the myths and truths regarding immigration in the United States? This book provides readers with an impartial understanding of the true state of immigration and immigration policy in the United States by refuting falsehoods, misinformation, and exaggerations surrounding this topic―and confirming the validity of other assertions.
Immigration: Examining the Facts provides a one-stop resource for straight answers on the impact―both positive and negative―of immigration trends on the United States. Its coverage of key issues serves students as well as members of the general public who want to better understand immigration trends and their effect on various aspects of American society. By utilizing quantifiable information from objective, authoritative sources, readers will be able to make informed judgments about immigration claims made by both liberals and conservatives.
The book analyzes specific claims about immigration that are perpetuated through media or public discourse, identifies the origins of these claims, and then offers empirical data from impartial research sources to consider the veracity of those claims. Organized into subject chapters, each of which addresses assertions about specific immigration topics, this resource gives students and other users the tools to gain a more accurate understanding of the issue, improve their critical thinking skills, and increase their awareness of the views and strategies of political parties, lawmakers, news organizations, and advocacy groups on this important subject.
 • Addresses contemporary rhetoric about immigration with factual information based on reliable, objective empirical data
• Presents immigration-related statistics in an easy-to-read format that allows readers to quickly find answers to specific questions
• Fosters a more accurate understanding of the immigration issue and provides readers with opportunities to apply critical thinking skills

Immigration: Examining the Facts (Contemporary Debates)

Politics & Social Sciences

Eastman, Cari Lee Skogberg

Social Sciences

ABC-CLIO

About the Author\nCari Lee Skogberg Eastman, PhD, is a communication scholar currently working as an independent researcher and writer.\nThe United States' collective understanding of First Amendment freedoms was formed by more than 200 years of tensions between the power of word and the power of the government. During that time, major laws and legal decisions defined the circumstances and degree to which personal expression could be rightfully expressed―and rightfully limited.\nThis struggle to define the parameters of free speech continues today. Vibrant and passionate debates about First Amendment limitations once inspired by the dissemination of birth control information now address such issues as kneeling during the national anthem, removing controversial books from public libraries, attempts by the Trump administration to discredit the press, and disseminating false or hateful information through social media platforms. By exploring diverse examples of censorship victories and triumphs of free expression, readers will better understand the enormous impact of First Amendment freedoms on American society.

Free Speech and Censorship: A Documentary and Reference Guide (Documentary and Reference Guides)

Politics & Government

Greenwood

Stories of interactions between unauthorized immigrants crossing the border into Arizona and the US citizens they encounter have made headlines not only in areas adjacent to the border, but across the entire United States. How have these stories, along with adamant members of civil society those who provide help to travelers in need, as well as those who wish to stop what they see as an invasion of foreigners shaped public understanding of what happens along the US-Mexico border? And what has this meant for current immigration policy?Addressing these questions, Cari Eastman explores the relationship among passionate citizen groups in southern Arizona, the messages they promote, and public understanding at the national level of the issues at stake in the immigration debate. Her work encourages thoughtful dialogue, not only about immigration, but also about our own notions of citizenship and belonging.

Shaping the Immigration Debate: Contending Civil Societies on the US-Mexico Border

First Forum Press

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