The Impact of Latin American Immigration on America

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Immigration is the process of entry of individuals into a new country (23). Throughout past centuries, immigration has been a means of discovery and exploration of new lands. In today’s culture, immigration to the United States is an avenue for individuals who wish to start new lives and take advantage of the capitalistic, entrepreneurial system. People from many countries have migrated into the United States. Most recently, the migrants have come from Central and South American countries. These Latin American countries influence America’s society culturally and economically through their language, traditions, and workforce. From the 1990s to the present time, immigration from Latin American countries has more than doubled. Mexico is one of the leading providers of immigrants to the United States. According to the United States Census Bureau, 16.3 percent of our nation’s population consists primarily of people with Hispanic or Latino background (4) (This percentage does not include illegal immigrants). By understanding the background and development of immigration, the effects of immigration on the economy and culture, as well as, the different perspectives of Americans on immigration, one can begin to grasp the overall significance that Latin American immigration is having on America’s infrastructure. Through the history and trends of Latin American immigration, one can begin to understand the impact of immigration on American society. Latin American countries have not always been the leading countries of origin for immigrants to the United States; however, with the Immigration and Nationality Act, they surpassed European countries’ immigration and rose to the top (1). Subsequently, a number of Hispanics ca... ... middle of paper ... ...acts. Cato Institute and the National Immigration Forum, n.d. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. < http://www.cato.org/pubs/policy_report/pr-imsum.html>. 1. "United States Immigration Before 1965 — History.com Articles, Video, Pictures and Facts." History.com — History Made Every Day — American & World History. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 Feb. 2012. . 4. "USA QuickFacts from the US Census Bureau." State and County QuickFacts. N.p., n.d. Web. 8 Feb. 2012. 2. US Census Bureau. "Hispanic Population of the United States."Census Bureau Homepage. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 Feb. 2012. 16. USA. US Census Bureau. US Census Bureau. Comp. ASEC. US Census Bureau, 2009. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. .

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